PA to Elected Member - Local Authority

PA to Elected Member

• Hourly Rate: £15.56 PAYE
• Location: Sheffield Centre, S1
• Job Type: Hybrid (available after training)

We are seeking a PA to provide a flexible, confidential secretarial, clerical, and administrative service to senior elected members (councillors). This role is directed by the Executive PA to the Leader of the Council and/or Head of the Leader's Office. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement after a full training period.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide direct and confidential secretarial support to senior elected members, including word processing and all related secretarial duties.
• Serve as the first point of contact for senior elected members, handling enquiries and providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Maintain effective diary management for designated senior elected members, allocating time and commitments appropriately.
• Facilitate the timely preparation and dispatch of documents as requested by designated senior elected members.
• Develop, implement, and maintain information and filing systems as required.
• Ensure timely responses to correspondence as delegated by designated senior elected members.
• Undertake the extraction, analysis, and compilation of data as required.
• Organise meetings, visits, travel, hospitality, and other events, ensuring costs are within best value criteria.
• Work collaboratively with other PAs and EPAs as a team resource, ensuring deadlines are met and providing cover for absence and holidays as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a secretarial or administrative role, preferably within a governmental or similar setting.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of handling sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency in standard office software, including word processing and data management tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to adhering to policies on Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £15.56 PAYE.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement post-training.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and impactful environment.
• Support for professional development.

To apply for the PA to Elected Member position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.