Strategic Director PA – Environment Dept (Permanent)

WYPF; Bradford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Council is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to support the Strategic Director in the Department of Environment. The role focuses on diary management, meeting coordination, and handling sensitive information with discretion, contributing to Bradford's agenda around environment and community priorities.

The successful candidate will manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings, and ensure smooth communications with internal teams and external stakeholders, while maintaining

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 relevant IT systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Knowledge of diary management, meeting servicing, and customer service best practice.
• 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, complaints, 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

PA support

Organisational skills

Written & verbal communication

MS Office

Confidentiality

Diary management

GCSE English

Education

GCSE English (A-C)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Bradford Council is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to support the Strategic Director in the Department of Environment. The role focuses on diary management, meeting coordination, and handling sensitive information with discretion, contributing to Bradford's agenda around environment and community priorities.

The successful candidate will manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings, and ensure smooth communications with internal teams and external stakeholders, while maintaining