Team Secretary in Head of Department Office in Leeds

Prudential Policy Directorate (PPD) designs, negotiates, and implements prudential regulation to reduce systemic risks, promote the safety and soundness of PRA-regulated firms, and protect insurance policyholders.

PPD supports the Prudential Regulation Committee and the Financial Policy Committee in achieving their objectives.

• Divisions
• The

Insurance Policy Division (IPD) is responsible for domestic and international insurance policy under the full prudential framework, overseeing Solvency UK Pillar 1 and Pillar 2, capital, risk management, governance and supervisory expectations.

The

Strategy & Policy Approach Division (SPAD) sets the overall strategy and approach for prudential policymaking, supports policy development, horizon scanning for microprudential risks, and coordinates PPD’s broader international strategy.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced team secretary to provide administrative support to multiple Senior Managers in IPD and SPAD.

This role offers a sociable environment and multi‑skilled support across both divisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial and administrative support across IPD and SPAD.
• Collaborate with the Division’s Admin Team to deliver wider administrative support.
• Manage diaries, liaise with internal and external contacts, and collate papers for upcoming meetings.
• Handle incoming e‑mail and coordinate communication.
• Prepare and edit documents, letters, reports and presentations; advise colleagues on best practices.
• Plan and arrange domestic and international travel.
• Assist with the administrative side of recruitment.
• Complete and submit expense reports.
• Cover for colleagues when required to support other teams.
• Maintain key data sets, including timesheet reports and holiday schedules.
• Establish and maintain close links with stakeholders across the PRA and Bank of England, and external contacts.
• Respond to ad‑hoc requests within the Directorate or wider Bank.
• Share best practices on Bankwide applications and support team members.
• Serve as Channel Owner for Share Point.

Requirements

• Experienced in providing administrative support in a professional context across diverse settings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, capable of multi‑tasking under tight deadlines.
• Team player with proactive initiative and the ability to work independently.
• Flexibility and a proactive approach to tasks.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, adaptable to varied audiences.
• Ability to handle highly confidential information with integrity and adherence to standards.
• Confident in communicating with staff at all levels within the Bank and external contacts.
• Professional appearance and conduct.
• Knowledge of Bank systems and experience using Power Point (training provided if required).
• Location

Leeds based.

Our Approach to Inclusion

The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion.

We aim to build a culture that supports people from all backgrounds and communities.

We welcome applicants who work flexibly, including job shares and part‑time patterns, and we partner with external organisations to support adjustments in the recruitment process where needed.

We are a member of the Disability Confident Scheme.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is approximately £24,500 – £26,000.

Benefits include a non‑contributory career‑average pension, discretionary performance awards, an 8 % benefits allowance, 26 days annual leave (with option to purchase up to 12 additional days), private medical insurance and income protection.

National Security Vetting Process

Employment in this role is subject to National Security Vetting clearance, typically 6–12 weeks post‑offer, and additional Bank security checks.

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