Transform Your Career: Join Us as a Higher Executive Officer!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the public sector? Ready for a role that offers strategic impact and collaboration with senior leaders? If so, Brook Street has the perfect opportunity for you!
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Higher Executive Officer to join the Maritime Coastguard Agency in a temporary basis. This position is ideal for someone looking to advance their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
About the Role:
As the Higher Executive Officer, your main tasks will include:
Supporting the Chief Executive Officer administration, coordinating with other departments.
Preparing and drafting letters, overseeing the Chief Executive's diary, and monitoring their inbox.
Leading the handling and processing of all submissions, ensuring compliance with required standards and processes.
Developing and maintaining excellent working relationships with MCA policy leads and Department for Transport colleagues.
Acting as the primary point of contact for the Chief Executive, providing strategic advice and guidance.Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate email responses, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
Advise on drafting and processing of submissions, maintaining high standards.
Cultivate strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration.
Manage and report on MCA ministerial business, highlighting key areas of focus.
Lead the preparation of briefings for ministerial and parliamentary events.
Support the Chief Executive with administration, overseeing of their diary and email monitoring.About You:
Competent drafting skills with the ability to produce high-quality documentation in Plain English.
Excellent communication skills.
Experience in managing stakeholders at all levels, including senior stakeholders.
Strong organisational and time management skills, capable of meeting tight deadlines.
Ability to work collaboratively and influence others effectively.
Very good knowledge of Microsoft packages and admin.
Discreet and able to handle sensitive data.
Confident in making decisions, with initiative and proactive problem-solving skills.
Previous PA or secretarial experience would be advantageous.Benefits:
Strategic and impactful role: Influence the handling of parliamentary and ministerial business.
Collaborative environment: Work with senior leaders and various teams across the Agency.
Career growth: Enhance your career in a dynamic and supportive setting.
Location: MCA, Spring Place, SO15 1EG, Southampton
Hourly rate: £16.90 p/h
Work schedule: 37 hours per week (09:00-17:00), hybrid with minimum 60% on site
Temporary contract: 6 months with possibility of extensionThe successful candidate will be subject to a 3-year activity check and a basic DBS.
About Brook Street:
Brook Street is a proud supporter of the Armed Forces Covenant, guaranteeing interviews for veterans and spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all essential criteria. As a Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, we ensure equal opportunities for all.
If you identify as a candidate with a disability or as a veteran/spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria, we encourage you to apply. Register your interest via the Brook Street website, where you will find a link to state the role you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you and providing a supportive application process.
Join us and take the first step towards a rewarding and balanced career in the Civil Service