Interim Executive Officer

Summary

We are in search of a seasoned Interim Executive Officer to deliver top-tier executive support to a senior leader within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.

This pivotal role demands outstanding organizational abilities, adept stakeholder management, and the capacity to excel in a dynamic, politically sensitive setting.

You will serve as a crucial contact for senior stakeholders, ensuring that priorities are efficiently managed and executed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive executive assistance to a senior leader.
• Oversee a complex and dynamic schedule, aligning priorities and commitments.
• Prepare and organize briefing materials, correspondence, meetings, and events.
• Serve as a primary liaison with MPs, elected officials, government bodies, businesses, community leaders, Police and Fire Services, and other senior stakeholders.
• Handle sensitive, confidential, and politically significant issues with discretion.
• Respond swiftly and effectively to urgent matters and shifting priorities.
• Track actions, correspondence, and follow-up activities to ensure timely completion.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify risks and escalate issues as necessary.
• Represent the office with professionalism in all interactions.

Requirements

• Extensive experience supporting a senior executive, elected official, politician, director, or other high-profile leader.
• Background in a political, public sector, government, or stakeholder-rich environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex schedules and competing priorities.
• Superior organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Capacity to work independently and exercise initiative.
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Proficient in stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Ability to anticipate issues and respond proactively.

Desirable

• Existing Police Vetting clearance.
• Experience within Local Government, Combined Authorities, Central Government, or Political Offices.
• Experience supporting elected officials or senior political leaders.
• Understanding of governance and public sector decision-making processes.

What's on Offer?

• £25.07 per hour (Umbrella)
• 3-Month Contract
• Location: York (YO1 6GA)
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Opportunity to collaborate closely with senior leadership in a prominent public sector organization.
• A varied, fast-paced role with significant stakeholder engagement and responsibility.
• An excellent opportunity for experienced Executive Assistants, Executive Officers, Senior PAs, Governance Officers, Political Assistants, or Chief Executive Support Officers.
• Ideal for candidates with experience as an Executive Officer, Executive Assistant, Senior Personal Assistant, Chief Executive Support Officer, Political Assistant, Governance Officer, or Senior Business Support Officer.