East Sussex Lieutenancy Officer

This is a rare opportunity to support one of the most distinctive and prestigious public roles in the county.

As East Sussex Lieutenancy Officer, you will provide dedicated support to the Lord-Lieutenant of East Sussex, His Majesty The King's personal representative in the county. You will play a key role in supporting the Lord-Lieutenant’s work across East Sussex, helping to recognise and promote the achievements of local people, communities, businesses and voluntary organisations through civic and Royal engagement.

No two days are the same. One day you could be coordinating arrangements for a Royal Visit; the next you might be organising an investiture ceremony, preparing a briefing for a community event, supporting nominations for national honours, or helping to celebrate outstanding volunteers through the King's Award for Voluntary Service. 

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with senior leaders, civic dignitaries, community organisations, Royal Households and public sector partners, while making a real contribution to recognising and celebrating achievement across East Sussex. 
 
We are looking for someone who is highly organised, politically aware and able to work confidently with a range of people.

You will have:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build effective professional relationships
• Strong organisational skills with experience of managing competing priorities and deadlines
• Experience of coordinating events or complex programmes of activity
• The confidence to work independently, use your initiative and solve problems proactively
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and discretion