Executive Support Manager

Lambeth Council; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in London is seeking an Executive Support Manager to lead a team and support the Corporate Director for Children, Families, and Education. The role requires strong management and organizational skills. The position is full-time and fixed-term for 18 months, offering a salary between £47,925 and £51,228 annually. Benefits include generous leave, hybrid working, and various employee support programs.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Hybrid Working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and Development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in managing executive support teams.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of executive support officers.
• Support the Corporate Director in various projects.
• Ensure effective administrative support for the team.

Skills

Team management

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

Role Details

Executive Support Manager

PO3: £47,925pa rising in annual increments to £51,228pa incl. LW

Full time, Fixed Term/Secondment for 18 months

Agency staff please apply.

About Us

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth’. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked on our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.

About the Borough

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

About the Team

This role is based in the Transformation, Improvement and Performance Team. We work on many projects throughout Children, Families and Education.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to manage a busy team of executive support officers and to support the Corporate Director for Children, Families and Education.

For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification available.

Contact Information

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Laura Feeney, AD Improvement & Transformation ([e-mail])

Closing date

Closing date: 19th October at 11:59pm

Benefits

We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:

• Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service
• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Hybrid Working
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service
• Discounts at local restaurants
• Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms
• Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre
• Trade Union Membership

How to Apply

If you're interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application.

In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage.

We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs.

In addition, you will also be required to undertake a Cifas check from the Fraud Prevention organisation. Further information can be found here Cifas.

At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here.

We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.