Leeds only based role.
Directorate Overview
FMID sits at the heart of the Bank and is responsible for supervision, policy and risk analysis of key financial market infrastructures (e.g. payment systems, CCPs and securities depositories). The directorate works closely across the Bank, with external firms, and with international regulators in a highly collaborative environment.
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated secretary to provide support to Senior Managers and their teams in the Payment Settlement and Innovation Supervision Divisions. This would suit an enterprising secretary who is looking to develop their skills and gain a wide experience in a busy office. The jobholder would form part of a wider team supporting the directorate.
This is an exciting position with a varied and interesting workload with opportunities to display your own initiative. It will suit someone who is able to prioritise their workload and co‑ordinate numerous tasks, as the role comes with a wide range of responsibilities. You need to be well-organised; a good communicator; confident at collaborating closely at all levels (internally and externally); be flexible; and able to work successfully within the team. The Senior Managers have busy diaries which require effective management, arranging internal and external meetings. Duties include: arranging domestic and international travel; processing expenses; coordinating Joiner/Mover/Leaver processes within the teams; and act as a point of contact for the teams.
The support team is self-covering so the jobholder will be required to help cover absences on the unit, including covering the Head of Division Personal Assistant role.
Role Requirements
- Provide support to Senior Managers and their teams
- Manage diaries, including scheduling, prioritisation and resolving clashes
- Coordinate supervisory meetings with external firms (including papers and agendas)
- Act as a key liaison point for external firms, ensuring professional and effective engagement
- Support governance processes where needed
- Arrange travel and process expenses
- Liaise with colleagues across FMID, wider Bank teams, and external firms
- Provide cover and support across the wider admin team
Minimum Criteria
- Team Secretary or administrative experience
- Diary management experience
- Microsoft Office skills
Essential Criteria
- Strong organisational skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and issues quickly and efficiently
- Ability to work well in a supportive team environment
- Strong social skills and collaboration
- Proactive and adaptable approach
- Willingness to adopt new technology and improve processes
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of having covered at HoD PA level.
You should not be put off applying if you do not meet all of these criteria – we would encourage you to get in touch to discuss what support you might need to close any gaps and/or any other skills you might have which you think could be helpful in role.
Our Approach to Inclusion
The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve.
At the Bank of England, we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it’s by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we’ll continue to make the best decisions for the public.
We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed.
For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office, with a minimum of 40% per month. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders.
Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme . If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the ‘Candidate Personal Information’ under the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’ section of the application.
Salary and Benefits Information
We encourage flexible working, part time working and job share arrangements. Part time salary and benefits will be on a pro-rated basis as appropriate.
In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package as detailed below:
- Currently a non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/80th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/65th) or decrease (to 1/105th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year. The Bank has the discretion to vary standard accrual rates and dial up and dial down rates at any time and to withdraw dial up and dial down options at any time.
- A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool.
- An 8% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits.
- 26 days’ annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits.
- Private medical insurance and income protection.
National Security Vetting Process
Employment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process (and typically can take between 6 to 12 weeks post offer) and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy. Further information regarding the vetting and security clearance requirements for the role will be provided to the successful applicant, and information about how the Bank processes personal data for these purposes, is set out in the Bank's Privacy Notice .
The Bank of England welcomes applications from all candidates, but as a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) approved sponsor, we have a responsibility to comply with the Immigration Rules and guidance. As such, our ability to employ individuals who require sponsorship for immigration purposes is limited. The Bank cannot guarantee that you and / or the role you are applying for will be eligible for sponsorship and that any application made to UKVI will be successful. Eligibility will therefore be considered on a case by case basis.
The Application Process
Important: Please ensure that you complete the ‘work history’ section and answer ALL the application questions fully. All candidate applications are anonymised to ensure that our hiring managers will not be able to see your personal information, including your CV, when reviewing your application details at the screening stage. It’s therefore really important that you fill out the work history and application form questions, as your answers will form a critical part of the initial selection process.
The assessment process will comprise of two interview stages. (Amend and add brief details if relevant, such as interview/assessment dates or process for your specific role)
This role closes on 12 August 2026.
Please apply online, ensuring that you complete your work history and answer ALL the application questions fully and in detail as your application will not be considered if all mandatory questions are not fully completed.
