JOB SUMMARY

In recognition of the hurt caused by the infected blood scandal and highlighted by the Infected Blood Inquiry (IBI), the government has accepted the moral case for a compensation scheme to pay compensation to those infected and affected. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team shaping, designing and implementing the organisation for a new Arm’s Length Body (ALB) – the Infected Blood Compensation Authority.
Step into a pivotal role at the heart of our organisation as an Executive Support Officer to a senior leader in the Data Directorate. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated and organised individual to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment while ensuring the smooth operation of the office.
This role is multifaceted with every day being different. Your responsibilities will include managing a complex diary and inbox, organising meetings, travel and ensuring the seamless flow of information by preparing and quality-checking important documents. You will be a key liaison, building strong relationships and acting as a trusted representative for the office when dealing with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
Are you driven and ready for an opportunity to make a real impact? This is a challenging and fulfilling role that requires pace, impact, sensitivity, and compassion.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Proactive Organisation & Prioritisation
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Information Management & Discretion
• Collaborative Working & Team Support
• Initiative & Problem-Solving

NATIONALITY REQUIREMENTS

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements

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