Cabinet Support Officer

Job Category : Admin / Clerical
Location : Hackney Town Hall, Hackney Council
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £18.61
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.

1. 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 between Cabinet members and internal and external stakeholders; anticipating the needs of the Cabinet members supported and responding accordingly.
2. To take responsibility for support for particular individuals or functions as assigned by the Mayor & Cabinet Support Manager.
3. 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:

1. Political nous, and knowledge of local government policies and political and legislative developments, as well as the local government legislative and financial framework
2. Good knowledge and understanding of current issues facing London local authorities.
3. 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.
4. Experience of attending high-level meetings and taking accurate notes to ensure any follow-up work required is recorded and monitored.
5. Experience of handling and responding to enquiries and complaints from a wide range of individuals and organisations.
6. Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential issues.
7. Able to useown initiative to be proactive and work independently to ensure tasks are completed on time and to the required standard.