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Executive Assistant /Senior Business Support - Temp 6months
Executive Assistant /Senior Business Support - Temp 6monthsHAYS • Sheffield, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
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Executive Assistant /Senior Business Support - Temp 6months

Executive Assistant /Senior Business Support - Temp 6months

HAYS • Sheffield, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
16 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Executive Assistant /Senior Business Support - Temporary job 6 months , Sheffield


We are working confidentially with a public sector organisation to recruit an Executive Support Business Support Lead to provide high-level executive assistance and strategic business support to a senior leader within the organisation. This newly created role is ideal for a candidate with a background in local government, emergency services, not-for-profit, or similar sectors.
Key Vacancy Information
Temporary Assignment - 6 months
Location: Sheffield (Hybrid - 3 days office-based near city centre)
Start Date: Immediate (January / February 2026)
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Salary guide £39000 - £41,500
Clearance Required: Enhanced DBS /NPPV3 vetting
Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct support to the Executive Director and senior leadership team.
  • Own and manage work plans, delivery trackers, and programme documentation on behalf of the Director and department
  • Coordinate internal meetings, briefings, and correspondence aligned with directorate priorities.
  • Integrate the directorate’s work with wider corporate structures and regional cooperation frameworks.
  • Ensure compliance with GDPR, FOI, and information governance standards.
  • Respond to FOI and subject access requests within statutory timeframes.
  • Minute formal meetings and manage the business support function of the directorate.
Ideal Candidate:
  • Highly professional, discreet, and organised with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Experienced in handling sensitive information and supporting senior executives.
  • Strong background in business administration, ideally within public sector or related fields.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident managing complex schedules and documentation.
  • Able to start immediately and pass enhanced DBS and NPPV3 clearance.
This is a fast-paced, high-responsibility role offering the chance to make a meaningful impact within a strategic public sector environment. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you.

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Executive Assistant /Senior Business Support - Temp 6months • Sheffield, Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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