Head Of Private Office To The Group CEO

About Our Client

This role is within a well-established, large organisation in the Public Sector. The organisation is dedicated to delivering impactful services and fostering a supportive environment for its employees and stakeholders.

Job Description

• Leadership of administration/secretarial teams with multi-site coordination
• Significant experience in business operations within education
• Own the day-to-day operations of the Group CEO's Office, ensuring timely, professional communications and information flow.
• Provide high-quality executive and personal assistant support, prioritising and optimising the CEO's diary to maximise impact.
• Lead coordination of resources, facilities, events and travel across different sites and oversee high-profile visits.
• Draft, review and manage internal/external communications, working closely with the Communications team, support appropriate use of social media.
• Prepare concise briefings and reports; commission and synthesise analysis ahead of meetings and public engagements.
• Track and deliver strategic projects for the Group CEO and Directorate, monitoring progress and risks.
• Promote a "can do" customer-service culture, mentoring Executive Assistants and embedding effective digital processes
• Horizon-scan across FE, HE and schools' policy; summarise implications for the Group CEO and leadership teams.
• Support governance and compliance, coordinating Board papers and ensuring follow-through on decisions.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional judgement in handling sensitive matters.
• Oversee non-pay budgets and expenses for the CEO and Directorate
• Contribute to CRM development for stakeholder engagement and using his for effective communications.

The Successful Applicant

• A successful Head of Private Office to the Group CEO should have
• Degree-level education (or equivalent experience).
• Significant experience in business operations within an educational or similarly complex organisation.
• Proven track record engaging senior decision-makers and influencing change.
• Leadership of administration/secretarial teams with multi-site coordination.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; confident using social media professionally.
• Able to use AI effectively and ethically and have innovative ways and ideas to embed in our systems and processes.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft 365 and adaptable to new systems.
• Methodical, organised and resilient-able to juggle multiple priorities and work to short deadlines.
• Able to move rapidly between detail and the big picture; present complex information clearly.
• Strong ambassadorial skills; discretion, integrity and confidentiality.
• Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and the Nolan Principles of public life.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary range of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum.
• Permanent position based in Orpington.
• Hybrid working
• Opportunity to work in a large organisation within the Not For Profit sector.
• Engaging and supportive work environment.
• Potential for professional growth and development.