Job Description

Salary

From 26,403 to 32,061 per annum (Grade EF)

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full Time

Package

Permanent

Job category/type

Administration

Date posted

22/10/2025

Job reference

REQ00000854



Are you highly organised, discreet, and passionate about supporting senior leaders? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Management Support Assistant to provide comprehensive and confidential support to the Corporate Leadership Team (CLT), Corporate Management Team (CMT) and Statutory Officers. This is a visible and impactful role, ensuring the smooth running of executive functions and contributing to our "One Council" vision.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate professional executive support and administrative services for CLT/CMT. Manage inboxes and diaries for senior managers, ensuring efficient use of time and resources. Provide cover for the Executive Support function, maintaining high standards and consistency. Handle internal and external enquiries and complaints with tact and diplomacy. Support research, collate and present information, and assist with ad-hoc projects. Organise conferences, travel, and accommodation for CLT/CMT. Prepare complex, statutory, or sensitive reports and take action notes at meetings. Liaise with key stakeholders, including MPs, Thames Valley Police, other Berkshire authorities, and voluntary organisations. Maintain effective relationships across the Council and with external partners. Ensure compliance with information governance and financial regulations. Promote equality, health and safety, and uphold Council values.

Person Specification

Essential:

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths, and ICT at grade C or above. NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent. Experience as an Executive Assistant or Management Support Assistant. Advanced ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). High level of verbal and written communication skills. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritise workloads. Diplomatic and confident in liaising at all levels. Willingness to learn and adapt, with a flexible approach to problem solving.


Desirable:

Experience in local government or customer service environments. Financial and budget awareness. Mediation skills and understanding of Council strategy and policy.


West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:

Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00 Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities Generous Local Government pension scheme Family friendly policies A range of local discounts Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years' service.


Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Laura Sinclair - Senior Management Support Assistant at Laura.Sinclair1@westberks.gov.uk

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Equal Opportunities

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

How to apply

Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.

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