Executive Assistant

Job Title: Executive Assistant to Director
Location: Shire Hall, Warwick
Salary: £15.58-£16.93ph
Contract: Temporary ongoing
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly organised, proactive, and diplomatic Executive Assistant to provide exceptional support to the Director of Service within the Communities Directorate at Warwickshire County Council. This is a critical role at the heart of our leadership team, enabling the Director to focus where they add the most value while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing Executive Support Team and contribute to the excellence of public service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all diary management, correspondence, enquiries, and travel arrangements for the Director.
• Act as the first point of contact, managing internal and external communications with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Organise and support meetings and events, including room bookings, agenda preparation, minute-taking, and action tracking.
• Draft high-quality documentation including reports, briefings, and presentations.
• Maintain electronic filing systems, logs, and finance systems with accuracy and efficiency.
• Anticipate needs, forward plan, and resolve issues independently using sound judgement and initiative.
• Provide reliable support to the Executive Support Team during absences.
• Build and sustain effective working relationships across all levels, including Councillors, officers, and external partners.

About You:

• NVQ Level 3 in Administration or equivalent experience.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities with a keen eye for detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with diplomacy and tact.
• Ability to manage confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Confidence in using digital tools and systems at a high level of speed and precision.
• A proactive mindset, resilience under pressure, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work independently and collaboratively as part of a close-knit team.

About Us and Our Client:

As a flexible employee of Pertemps Recruitment Partnership Ltd, you will be part of one of the UK's leading independent recruitment agencies. Our values centre on trust, respect, and partnership, ensuring a rewarding experience for our staff, clients, and applicants alike.

Warwickshire County Council is a forward-thinking local authority committed to delivering excellence across the region. You’ll be joining a culture that is:

• High performing
• Collaborative
• Customer focused
• Accountable
• Trustworthy