Senior Executive Officer: Strategic PA to Chief Executive

Luton Borough Council; Luton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Luton is looking for an experienced Senior Business Officer to provide high-level administrative and project support to senior leaders. This pivotal role requires extensive public sector experience, strong organisational and interpersonal skills, with a focus on improving operational excellence and supporting the democratic process. Candidates should demonstrate a high level of tact and confidentiality, alongside proficiency in IT. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

25 to 32 days’ annual leave

Buying annual leave scheme

Career pathways

Pension scheme

Generous relocation package

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working options

Unlimited access to development courses

Staff offers

Arriva Travel Club

Qualifications

• Significant experience providing senior-level PA or business support.
• Demonstrable experience coordinating multi-agency or cross-departmental projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills for engagement with stakeholders.
• High standards of tact, confidentiality, and diplomacy.
• Excellent IT skills in word processing and spreadsheets.
• Strong organizational skills for managing competing priorities.
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality PA and business support to senior leaders.
• Contribute to and coordinate cross-departmental project work.
• Organise and support meetings and events.
• Prepare accurate correspondence and reports.
• Manage varied workload effectively, meeting deadlines.
• Mentor and support junior colleagues.
• Uphold the Council's commitment to equality.
• Support democratic processes and local government operations.

Skills

Public sector experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

IT proficiency

Mentoring

Education

RSA III Typing or equivalent

Job description

A local government authority in Luton is looking for an experienced Senior Business Officer to provide high-level administrative and project support to senior leaders. This pivotal role requires extensive public sector experience, strong organisational and interpersonal skills, with a focus on improving operational excellence and supporting the democratic process. Candidates should demonstrate a high level of tact and confidentiality, alongside proficiency in IT. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits.