Executive Support Manager to the Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive, at East Sussex County Council

Lewes, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jul, 26

Salary

56737.0

Posted On

13 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytical skills, Communication, Political awareness, Influencing, Project management, Policy development, Customer service, Staff management, Leadership, Risk management, Business planning, Stakeholder engagement, Organisational skills, Briefing preparation, Presentation skills

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Would you relish a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, contribute to high‑profile work, and play an important part in effective civic leadership for East Sussex? We’re looking for an experienced, highly organised Executive Support Manager to play a key role at the heart of East Sussex County Council. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Leader, Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive, ensuring the smooth running of the Council’s most senior offices. In this role you will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the Chief Executive’s and Civic Offices, building strong relationships across the Council and with partners. You’ll line manage a small team of support staff, ensuring a high quality service. Your work will include producing briefings and presentations, leading on small projects and policy work, managing the response to complex enquiries and complaints, and supporting civic and ceremonial functions. You’ll also support business planning, risk management and staff engagement. We are looking for candidates who are flexible, proactive and highly organised and bring: * strong analytical skills * communication and political awareness, with confidence to influence without authority * proven project or policy experience * customer service skills * staff management experience Experience in local government or partnership work is desirable. Please download the Job Description and Person Specification [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/cs/groups/public/documents/document/yta4/ntm5/~edisp/ucmfa08539011.docx] for more information. To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests. For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10005] and our statement on the use of AI [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/23001]. Interviews are expected to take place in person at County Hall in Lewes on 30 April 2026. If you are unavailable on this date let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10009] for details. This challenging and varied role offers work with real visibility and impact at the centre of the organisation, offering significant development for the successful candidate. We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/11003]. Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training. For an informal discussion about this role contact Claire Lee, Head of Policy, at claire.lee@eastsussex.gov.uk [claire.lee@eastsussex.gov.uk] to request a MS teams call or phone call. For work that makes a difference, choose East Sussex! 'I’ve worked with the council for over 10 years, and I stay here because I find it really rewarding. I know that I’m making a difference.' - Joe, Information Analyst Additional Information Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) [https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas]. If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Responsibilities

The Executive Support Manager will coordinate the Chief Executive and Civic offices while building strong relationships across the Council and with partners. They will also manage a support team, produce briefings, lead policy projects, and support civic and ceremonial functions.