Executive Support Assistant

We adopt a ‘name blind’ approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage. Organisation

Kirklees

Directorate

Public Health and Corporate Resources

Service Area

Strategy and Innovation

Hours

Number of Jobs

Location(s)

Huddersfield and surrounding areas

Position type

Permanent

Grade

Grade 7

Salary

£29,540 - £31,022

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, resilient, and highly motivated individual to join our team of Executive Support Assistants. Our team provides essential support to the Council’s Chief Executive, Leader, Cabinet, Executive Directors and Service Directors.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Support: You will play a crucial role in ensuring a comprehensive and flexible service on a hybrid working basis (i.e. in office and home working). This includes managing diaries, handling emails, providing project support, coordinating meetings and events, and preparing information.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. You will be proficient in using applications and systems such as Microsoft Office.
• Initiative and Collaboration: You will demonstrate initiative, work well under pressure, and contribute collaboratively to our team.
• Interpersonal Skills: Building and maintaining effective working relationships with a diverse range of people is key.
• Experience: Previous experience providing administrative support services in a large organisation is highly desirable.
• Political Environment: You should be able to navigate a political environment and handle council-related matters impartially and with sensitivity.

If you meet this criteria, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional to our team!

Please read the Job Profile and the Day In The Life documents and if you would like an informal discussion, please contact Jackie Smith, Helen Carroll or Mandy Sellers on 01484 221000.

Georgina Barraclough is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.

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Closing date

28 June 2026, 11:55 PM