We are seeking a highly organised and discreet Executive Assistant to support the Lord Lieutenant and The Lieutenancy office in delivering a wide range of ceremonial, civic and community engagement duties across the county.
WHAT IS INVOLVED?
This unique role requires exceptional administrative skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities, alongside strong communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Working closely with a diverse network of partners, volunteers and public bodies, the successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating official visits, maintaining records, and ensuring the smooth and professional operation of the Lieutenancy.
If youre a highly organised and discreet professional who thrives in a role where no two days look the same, this is a rare opportunity to support one of the countys most historic and respected civic institutions.
Duties include:
- Coordinating official visits, events, and engagements with precision and professionalism
- Managing complex diaries and competing priorities in a fast-moving environment
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring all administrative processes run smoothly
- Liaising with partners across public bodies, voluntary organisations, community groups, and local leaders
- Acting as a trusted point of contact, demonstrating diplomacy, confidentiality, and exceptional communication skills
Youll collaborate with a wide network of volunteers, civic leaders, community organisations, and public sector partners, helping the Lieutenancy deliver meaningful engagement across the county.
We encourage you to contact Kevin Sample |
[email protected] to arrange an informal discussion about the role.
WHAT WILL I NEED?
- Outstanding organisational and administrative capability
- Sharp attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- A calm, professional manner and absolute discretion
- Confidence working with senior stakeholders and diverse community groups
- A NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent
Please refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews will be held week commencing 20 July 2026.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
OUR OFFER TO YOU
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website
Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled and neurodivergent people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.
HOW TO APPLY
Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the Person Specification section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted.
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If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, or via email
[email protected]
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