Executive Private Secretary

UK Regulators' Network; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Job summary

Ofgem is seeking an experienced Executive Private Secretary to support the Chief Operating Officer and the executive leadership team. This is a strategic role requiring sound judgement, influence and organisational capability.

You will manage a complex portfolio, coordinate briefings and submissions, and act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders while handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Experience providing executive support to C-suite or senior leaders in a large organisation.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building across internal and external partners.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage the COO and executive leadership calendar and priorities.
• Prepare high-quality briefings, submissions and memos for senior leaders.
• Coordinate priority projects and coordinate communications with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Act as trusted adviser and representative in meetings when required.

Skills

Executive support

Stakeholder management

Confidentiality

Job description

Ofgem

The energy regulator for Great Britain, https://www.ofgem.gov.uk/about-us/working-ofgem

Requirements of the role

Working at the heart of Ofgem, we are looking for an experienced Executive Private Secretary to play a pivotal role in supporting our Chief Operating Officer (COO) and wider executive leadership team. This is far more than a traditional executive support position; it is a strategic role requiring exceptional judgement, influence and organisational capability. You will act as a trusted adviser and key conduit between the COO, executive leaders, internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring priorities are aligned, decisions are informed and organisational objectives are delivered effectively. Managing a complex and fast-moving portfolio, you will oversee competing demands on senior leaders’ time, anticipate risks and emerging issues, coordinate high-quality briefings and submissions, and drive forward priority projects on behalf of the COO.

A critical requirement of this role is proven experience supporting C-suite executives and senior leaders in a large, complex organisation, with the confidence and credibility to build trusted relationships, influence at the highest levels and represent senior leaders in meetings and engagements when required. You will need outstanding communication, stakeholder management and problem‑solving skills, together with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism.

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast‑paced environment, maintaining grip across multiple priorities while ensuring the smooth operation of the Private Office and enabling senior leaders to focus on the issues that matter most. If you are a highly organised, resilient and proactive professional with a track record of partnering with executive‑level leaders, navigating complexity and driving organisational delivery, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to Ofgem’s mission of delivering a cleaner, more affordable and secure energy future for consumers across Great Britain.

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Location

• London
• Glasgow
• Cardiff

Contract type

• Full time
• Part time
• Permanent

Profession

• Administrator
• Corporate
• Executive Assistant
• Operations
• Regulation
• Stakeholder Engagement

Working pattern

• Flexible working
• Hybrid

Closing Date

11/11/2026