About this opportunity
Join Cumberland Council as a PA to the Extended Leadership Team
Are you an organised and proactive professional with a passion for supporting senior leaders? Cumberland Council is seeking a Personal Assistant to provide confidential and high-quality administrative support to its Extended Leadership Team. This varied role includes diary and inbox management, coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, and supporting key council functions such as recruitment and rota planning. You’ll be part of a collaborative PA hub, working flexibly across teams to ensure smooth operations.
This role is available on a permanent basis.
Who we’re looking for We’re looking for someone with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and a background in customer-focused environments. Experience in minute-taking, prioritising workloads, and maintaining confidentiality is essential. In return, you’ll join a compassionate and enabling council committed to community wellbeing, with hybrid working options and a supportive team culture.
We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact name by email at Tracey.Crilley@cumberland.gov.uk
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Application and Interview information
Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions
Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.
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