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Form of work
SalaryYou will be part of the wider executive support team.
Our ideal candidate will be:
- An organised individual with strong administrative skills
- Someone who can demonstrate strong experience with diary management and great communication skills
- Someone who can manage their own time
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Have the ability to be speedy and accurate whilst remaining calm under pressure
Essential/Desirable experience
- Previous PA experience supporting a director or senior manager
- Previous local government experience (desirable)
- Political awareness
What can we offer you!
- Excellent training and development offers
- Flexible working opportunities
- Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
- Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
- Competitive rates of pay
For an informal chat about the role or for further information please contact Alexandra Boardman on 07464527308 or Alexandra.boardman@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
Closing and Interview Dates:
Closing Date: 1st April 2024
Interview Date: w/c 8th April
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Safer Recruitment
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
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