The Role
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The successful candidates will be responsible for a vast range of support such as complex diary management and the organisation of meetings dealing with correspondence on behalf of the Assistant Directors and responding to enquiries. You will also be required to take notes at a variety of different meetings transcribe and publish to the relevant people track actions agenda plan and issue agendas.
You will need to manage your own workload well to ensure deadlines are met and provide excellent customer service. Your duties will also cover undertaking individual projects as directed by the AD.
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills and be able to work in a confidential diplomatic and self-motivated manner. You will also display a strong team working ethic. Experience working in a customer focussed environment is crucial as well as the ability to liaise and communicate at all levels for example with members senior managers partner organisations and members of the public.
A good working knowledge of working with Microsoft Office software is essential.
Interview information
Closing date: Monday 18 July 2022.
Interview date: to be confirmed
Interviews will be held in person or via MS Teams.
Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed we are happy to discuss.
What we can offer you
Cumbria County Council is a modern vibrant place to work offering a range of staff benefits including:
*Excellent training and development offers
*Flexible working opportunities
*Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
*Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
*Various perks and discounts schemes including money off your phone contract and local gyms
*Competitive rates of pay
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Cumbria County Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria of this job are guaranteed an interview.
