Personal Assistant (PA) to the Chief Executive, Leader and Director of Central Services

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Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by emailing personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk

Are you a highly organised, proactive professional who thrives in a busy, high-profile environment? Do you have the skills and confidence to support senior leaders where discretion, diplomacy, and attention to detail are key? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a dynamic Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Leader of the Council, Chief Executive, and Director of Central Services. This is a key role at the heart of the organisation, offering variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to work with a wide range of stakeholders.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing complex diaries, meetings, travel, and correspondence for senior leaders.
• Acting as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders including MPs, government departments, and community representatives.
• Handling confidential communications and enquiries with professionalism and tact.
• Coordinating responses to complaints, FOI, EIR, and SAR requests.
• Supporting corporate governance through meeting notes, rota coordination, and statutory documentation.
• Organising and taking notes at regular Senior Management Team meetings and other regular and ad hoc meetings
• Leading initiatives across the Council’s PA network and acting as a central point of knowledge and support.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a high-level administrative or PA role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.
• Confidence in managing sensitive information and working independently.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to public service.

Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer: Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Denise Tate via email denise.tate@tmbc.gov.uk (Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies)