Mayoral Support Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mayoral Support Officer on behalf of our public sector organisation based in East London.

Please note that this role is a 2 month temporary assignment. The role offers hybrid working, with at least 2 or 3 days in the office in Barking. The hourly rate is �21.89 per hour PAYE or �26.94 per hour Umbrella.

The successful applicant will have a good understanding of local government and the civic role of the Mayor. Experience of providing secretarial and administration support to senior and high profile individuals is required.

• To manage the office of the Mayor, ensuring that efficient and processes are in place to support the Mayor and the long-term civic presence of the organisation
• Provide efficient and professional support to the Mayor and to undertake the planning and running of all civic events
• To provide high level secretarial support
• To advise and support the Mayor in the review and development of his/her priorities and initiatives
• To take overall responsibility for the mayoral diary, managing competing demands on the mayor's time and ensuring the mayor receives appropriate support
• To act as the first point of contact for the Mayor's Office and assist the Mayor in the organisation of their work including handling sensitive issues and preparing communication responses
• Providing prompt responses to invitations and engagements
• To draft speeches on behalf of the Mayor and to minute meetings when required
• To organise receptions and Mayoral Engagement
• Working in partnership with the Events Managers to organise and manage civic events

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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