Executive Support Officer – Braintree District Council

Essex County Counci; Braintree; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking authority as an Executive Support Officer, where you will be integral to supporting the Management Board and the Leader of the Council. This fixed-term role offers a unique opportunity to engage in diverse projects, including transformation programs and local government reviews. Your expertise in managing correspondence, organizing meetings, and providing high-level administrative support will be crucial. This dynamic environment fosters professional growth and collaboration, making it an exciting place to advance your career while contributing to community development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Free parking

Local government pension scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Staff recognition schemes

Health and wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Proactive individual with excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in diary management and administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Management Board and Leader of the Council.
• Manage correspondence, emails, calls, and arrange meetings.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Diary Management

Event Planning

Proficient IT Skills

Job description

Executive Support Officer - Braintree District Council

Braintree District Council

Fixed Term, Full Time

£30,313 to £34,612 per annum

Location: Braintree

Closing Date: Sunday 18th May 2025

Essex County Council (ECC) is supporting Braintree Council in recruiting this Executive Support Officer role.

To apply, please click here: Executive Support Officer or visit https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left.

The Opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Support Officer to join our Executive Support Team, responsible for providing professional support services to our Management Board and the Leader of the Council.

This is a fixed-term position to support projects including our transformation programme, devolution, and Local Government Review.

Key responsibilities include providing administrative support to Management Board and the Leader of the Council, managing correspondence, emails, calls, diaries, arranging meetings and seminars, drafting agendas, and taking minutes.

Experience:

We seek a proactive, flexible individual capable of working independently and as part of a team to tight deadlines. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, tact, diplomacy, and understanding of confidentiality are essential. The candidate should be confident in working with people at all levels, with experience in diary management, meeting arrangements, event planning, and proficient IT skills.

Accountabilities:

• Manage incoming correspondence, emails, calls, and draft responses for senior management and the Leader of the Council.
• Proactively handle MP correspondence, ensuring logs and responses.
• Manage diaries for the Executive Team and Leader.
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders, colleagues, and customers.
• Understand the roles of senior management and the work of the Council and its Directorates.
• Collaborate with PA colleagues to provide support and cover.
• Arrange and take minutes at high-level meetings with internal and external partners.
• Organize meetings and seminars, including logistics.
• Receive visitors for the Executive Team and Leader.
• Provide administrative and PA support for specialized roles.
• Assist with procurement and payments.
• Coordinate data collection and reporting.
• Support emergency planning by providing a loggist service for Gold and Silver command.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Executive Support Manager.

Why choose Braintree District Council?

Braintree District Council is a forward-thinking authority committed to creating a great place for residents and businesses. Our role is to foster healthy communities, provide high-quality homes, and attract employment opportunities. Located between Stansted Airport and the Ports of Harwich and Felixstowe, we are a rapidly growing district with a strong reputation and a track record of delivery.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Free parking
• Local government pension scheme
• Learning and development opportunities
• Staff recognition schemes
• Health and wellbeing programmes, including discounted gym memberships

For an informal chat about the role, contact Emma Conigliaro at 01376 557700.

To apply, click here: Executive Support Officer

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Sunday 18th May

Please Note: Essex County Council advertises this role on behalf of Braintree District Council. Successful applicants will be employed by Braintree District Council.

How to apply: Applications must be submitted via the Braintree District Council website. Applications submitted through the Working for Essex ‘apply’ button should be re-applied for on the Braintree website.