Cabinet Support Officer - Hackney, United Kingdom - chase recruitment group ltd

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To work as part of the Mayor & Cabinet Office providing a comprehensive, coordinated and efficient support service to the Council's senior leadership, enabling the Mayor and Cabinet to deliver their strategic objectives.


  • To provide a proactive, reliable and confidential support service to members of the Mayor's Cabinet, including: extensive diary and inbox management; taking accurate, concise meeting notes with actions clearly defined; acting as the key interface betweenCabinet members and internal and external stakeholders; anticipating the needs of the Cabinet members supported and responding accordingly.
  • To take responsibility for support for particular individuals or functions as assigned by the Mayor & Cabinet Support Manager.
  • To work collaboratively within the Mayor & Cabinet Office, providing cover for colleagues, sharing best practice, experience and expertise with the aim of delivering a resilient and flexible service.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:


  • Political nous, and knowledge of local government policies and political and legislative developments, as well as the local government legislative and financial framework
  • Good knowledge and understanding of current issues facing London local authorities.
  • Substantial experience in a similar role providing support to a senior manager or politician, providing a range of support services including diary management, and drafting letters and reports.
  • Experience of attending highlevel meetings and taking accurate notes to ensure any followup work required is recorded and monitored.
  • Experience of handling and responding to enquiries and complaints from a wide range of individuals and organisations.
  • Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential issues.
  • Able to useown initiative to be proactive and work independently to ensure tasks are completed on time and to the required standard.

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