Executive Personal Assistant to Strategic Director – Environment

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council; Bradford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to support the Strategic Director Department of Environment. You will manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings, and ensure smooth communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.

The role requires proven PA experience, strong organisational skills, and discretion in handling confidential information.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in providing PA or high-level administrative support.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and other IT systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Knowledge of diary management and meeting servicing.
• GCSE English (Grade A-C) or equivalent is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Strategic Director's diary, schedule appointments and organise meetings.
• Prepare and type confidential correspondence, reports and meeting minutes.
• Maintain effective office systems, including filing and email management.
• Arrange travel and accommodation as required.
• Act as the primary contact for enquiries, prioritising and redirecting as appropriate.
• Track actions from meetings and correspondence to ensure timely follow-up.
• Coordinate the preparation of reports for committees and senior management meetings.
• Undertake research and projects on behalf of the Strategic Director.
• Build strong working relationships across the Council and with elected members and external partners.

Skills

Diary management

Administrative support

MS Office proficiency

Excellent written and verbal comms

Handling confidential information

Customer service best practice

Education

GCSE English (Grade A-C) or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

IT systems

Job description

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to support the Strategic Director Department of Environment. You will manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings, and ensure smooth communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.

The role requires proven PA experience, strong organisational skills, and discretion in handling confidential information.