Contract Type: Fixed Term (initial six-month contract)
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
About the Department
The Executive Support Team sits within the Chief Executive's Office and provides high-quality administrative, business and governance support to senior leaders across the organisation. The team plays a key role in helping Directors and Leadership Teams operate effectively, supporting strategic priorities, decision-making processes and the delivery of Council objectives.
About the Role
As a Leadership Assistant, you will be responsible for:
- Providing proactive and responsive support to Directors.
- Managing complex diaries, schedules and meeting arrangements.
- Delivering high-quality secretariat support, including preparing agendas, taking minutes and tracking actions.
- Acting as a key point of contact for stakeholders across the council and responding to enquiries on behalf of senior managers.
- Supporting directorate projects, reports, events and service initiatives.
- Working collaboratively with Executive Assistants and the wider Executive Support Team to ensure a consistent and professional service.
This role offers the chance to make a real difference by enabling senior leaders to focus on delivering priorities and improving outcomes for Thurrock residents.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who has:
- Experience supporting senior managers or elected representatives.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and complex schedules.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience providing professional secretariat support, including minute-taking and action tracking.
- The ability to work proactively, use initiative and anticipate service needs.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills and confidence using technology to improve ways of working.
Essential Qualifications/Experience: Relevant administrative, business support or executive support experience.
DBS Check: Not required.
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 05/11/2026
Closing Date (Internal & External): 15/11/2026
Interview Date: W/C 16/11/2026
Additional Information
If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:
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Leadership Assistant employer: Thurrock Council
Thurrock Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. As an Education Lead Adviser based in Grays, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children while collaborating with dedicated professionals in a multi-agency environment. With a strong commitment to employee growth and community engagement, Thurrock Council provides a rewarding career path for those passionate about safeguarding and educational attainment.
