PA to the Corporate Leadership Team – maternity leave cover contract, initially for 6 months with the possibility of extension to a maximum of 12 months

To provide full PA support to the Corporate Leadership Team (CLT). You will act as a point of access to the Corporate Leadership Team, providing a full secretarial and administrative service to help the senior leadership team to utilise their time effectively. Key tasks include diary management, supporting meetings, liaising with elected members (Councillors) and external contacts. To be successful in this role you must have at least one year's secretarial experience supporting senior leaders. You need excellent customer service and communication skills (verbal and written), be able to work in a confidential manner, prioritise workloads and work to deadlines.

• 23.5 hours per week with an annual starting salary of £17,116 (2026 pay award pending)
• Agile working scheme with a combination of home and working from the office on a rota basis
• 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent and pro rata to length of contract)
• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 22% employer's contribution
• Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses
• Continued training and development opportunities

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Jessica Stevenson (Team Leader) by email to [email protected] or call on 01530 454510, and she will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers

Applications must be made using the on-line application process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This is an exciting time of change at NWLDC as we progress devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR). To learn more about what this means, visit: Devolution - North West Leicestershire District Council and email [email protected] if you have any questions.

Closing Date: Sunday 21st June 2026