Executive Assistant / Business Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Chief Nursing Officer and wider directorate within a respected public sector organisation. This role is key to ensuring the smooth running of executive operations, supporting strategic projects, performance reporting, and business management activities. Working closely with senior leaders, you will play an integral role in driving service improvements while delivering exceptional organisational and administrative support.

What you'll do:

• Provide high-level Executive Assistant support to the Chief Nursing Officer and wider directorate.
• Manage complex diaries, meetings, agendas, minutes, and action logs.
• Coordinate business management activities, including performance reporting and data analysis.
• Support project delivery, monitoring milestones, budgets, and key objectives.
• Produce and present performance reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and maintain performance management systems and reporting processes.
• Support service planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Line manage and support administrative team members.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, representing the directorate when required.
• Handle sensitive information with the highest level of confidentiality.

What you'll bring:

• Degree or equivalent experience in a senior Executive Assistant or business support role.
• Proven experience supporting senior leaders within a complex organisation.
• Strong background in performance reporting, business management, and project coordination.
• Experience managing budgets and monitoring project progress.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present complex data.
• Previous line management or team leadership experience.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• PRINCE2 or other project management qualification is desirable but not essential.

If this sounds like you apply today!

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