Executive Assistant

Position Overview

Fixed Term Maternity Cover Executive Assistant – 2 positions (12 months each).

Hours:

37 hours per week.

Salary: £30,024 – £33,699 (Grade 5).

Location:

Civic Centre, Wolverhampton – office-based at least three days per week, with potential for additional days as business needs require.

• Provide senior, customer‑centric executive support to the Director team, including the Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive and other Directors.
• Manage diaries, email, and call enquiries to ensure the Executive team is fully briefed and prepared for meetings.
• Capture actions and decisions from meetings, prepare meeting and conference packs, briefing notes and presentations as appropriate.
• Prioritise and deliver on a busy workload efficiently and with a high level of accuracy.
• Work flexibly across different areas of the council to support senior management and maintain a positive image of the organisation and city through excellent customer service.

• Excellent communication and IT skills.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work proactively in a busy environment.
• Experience providing executive support at a senior level.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Adaptability and quick learning in a dynamic, high‑profile role.

Fixed workstyle – work in a fixed permanent council location with occasional flexibility to meet business requirements.

The City of Wolverhampton Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates regardless of background or circumstances, including persons with disabilities, veterans and care leavers, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Applicant status is a statutory requirement for all Council positions. Employment and promotion decisions are made on merit alone, based on the needs of the council, and are not influenced by any discrimination or bias.