Executive Support Team LeaderCRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD • Tower Hamlets, TWH, gb
Executive Support Team Leader
CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD • Tower Hamlets, TWH, gb
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionLead and manage a team providing executive-level administrative and secretarial support to senior leadership. Oversee the delivery of forward planning, diary management, meeting coordination, correspondence, and stakeholder communications. Develop and implement efficient systems, processes, and procedures to ensure smooth service delivery. Provide direct support to the Chief Executive and Corporate Directors, ensuring priorities are managed effectively and deadlines are met. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring communications and governance processes are aligned and compliant. Manage team performance, set clear objectives, identify training needs, and promote a culture of continuous improvement. Monitor and manage budgets, procurement activities, and financial reporting related to the executive support function. Contribute to change and transformation projects, driving improvements in executive support delivery across the organisation. Proven experience in leading and managing executive or business support teams within complex organisations. Strong understanding of local government governance, decision-making, and political sensitivity. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure. Proficiency in forward planning, diary management, briefing preparation, and stakeholder engagement. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information. Strong organisational and project management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and use of digital tools to drive efficiency. Experience in budget management, procurement processes, and financial reporting. Skilled in coaching, developing, and motivating teams to achieve high performance. Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and customer service excellence. The closing date : 03 / 10 / 2025 @17 : 00. Full-time role (35 hours / week), working Monday to Friday, 09 : 00–17 : 00. Proven experience in leading and managing executive or business support teams within complex organisations. Strong understanding of local government governance, decision-making, and political sensitivity. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure. Proficiency in forward planning, diary management, briefing preparation, and stakeholder engagement. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information. Strong organisational and project management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and use of digital tools to drive efficiency. Experience in budget management, procurement processes, and financial reporting. Skilled in coaching, developing, and motivating teams to achieve high performance. Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and customer service excellence.
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4 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary :
- An experienced and proactive Executive Support Team Leader is required to lead a high-performing Executive Support team, providing high-quality, responsive support to senior leadership.
- The postholder will ensure seamless delivery of executive support services, effective team performance, forward planning, and cross-functional coordination.
- This is a strategic leadership role that demands excellent organisational, people management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
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