Role Summary & Benefits

Ballard House / Crownhill Court

Permanent

37 hours per week

52 weeks per year

Grade F (£32,654 – £35,235) per annum

Team Leader Role Profile

We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Team Leader to join our Business Support Service, delivering high-quality, efficient and effective Executive Support to the Leadership team. This vital role requires strong leadership, excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. We are looking for someone who is hands-on, adaptable and comfortable getting involved in day-to-day operations.

The successful candidate will bring extensive Executive Assistant experience, ideally supporting senior managers, with a positive approach to challenges. They will be self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks effectively and possess excellent organisational, prioritisation, and interpersonal skills. Stakeholder engagement will be key to success in this role, alongside a genuine passion for delivering excellence.

This role will work from various sites across the City to include Ballard House, Council House and Crownhill Court in Plymouth to support staff and the Leadership Team.

Please note, this position is not suitable for flexible working due to the needs of the service.

Plymouth City Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will consider all candidates fairly, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

As part of our commitment to promoting equality, we offer guaranteed interviews to applicants who meet the essential criteria and are disabled, have been in care with Plymouth City Council, or are Armed Forces Service Leavers within the last two years.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Katie Harris on 01752 304494 or email katie.harris@plymouth.gov.uk, or Andrea Budge, on 01752 307316 or email andrea.budge@plymouth.gov.uk

Closing date: Tuesday 11 March 2025