Job Description
A Reputable Housing Provider is seeking an experienced and highly organised Cabinet Support Officer (fully site based) to provide professional policy and administrative support to Cabinet Members and senior leadership.nn This role is critical in supporting Cabinet Members to effectively deliver their portfolio responsibilities and organisational priorities. The successful candidate will work collaboratively across departments, ensuring executive decision-making processes are supported through high-quality research, coordination, and stakeholder engagement.n The postholder will play a key role in ensuring Cabinet Members are fully supported through proactive planning, structured communications, and effective casework and diary management.nn Department: Corporate Servicesn Location: London n Rate: £21.80 – £22.80 PAYEnnKey Responsibilities nnCabinet and Executive SupportnProvide flexible administrative and policy support to 2–3 Cabinet Members, enabling effective delivery of portfolio priorities.nSupport executive decision-making through coordination of briefing materials, policy summaries, and stakeholder information.nUndertake research on a range of policy and operational topics, identifying key options and presenting findings in structured briefing notes.nEnsure all information provided to Cabinet Members is accurate, timely, and of the highest professional standard.Diary and Inbox ManagementnManage complex and fast-moving diaries, ensuring priorities are scheduled efficiently and time is used effectively.nProvide comprehensive inbox management, including triaging enquiries, responding to correspondence, and escalating urgent matters appropriately.nDraft responses and commission actions from senior managers where required, ensuring deadlines are met.Meeting and Briefing CoordinationnCoordinate Cabinet Member meetings, including:nAgenda planningnVenue and logistics arrangementsnCirculation of briefing papersnMinute-taking and action trackingnSupport the delivery of Cabinet Member briefings through effective planning and best-practice administrative processes.Stakeholder EngagementnBuild strong relationships across internal departments, senior leadership teams, and external stakeholders.nLiaise with residents, community groups, voluntary organisations, and partner agencies.nMaintain professional communication standards while supporting public engagement activities.Casework and Policy SupportnProvide structured casework management support to Cabinet Members.nMonitor emerging policy issues and ensure key matters are escalated appropriately.nSupport communications activities in collaboration with communications and policy teams.Operational SupportnFacilitate site visits, public meetings, and stakeholder events.nProvide support outside core hours where required to meet Cabinet schedules.nProvide cover support to the Leader’s Office when necessary.nUndertake additional duties consistent with the level of the role.Knowledge and CompetenciesnGood understanding of local government structures, governance processes, or regulated public sector environments.nAbility to interpret policy documents, reports, and briefing materials.nStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at multiple levels.nExcellent prioritisation skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.nHigh level of discretion and political awareness.nTeam-oriented approach with the ability to collaborate effectively.Key Relationships Internal and external stakeholders may include:nnChief Executive and Senior Leadership TeamnChief of Staff and Leader’s OfficenCabinet Members and Lead MembersnCommunications and Policy TeamsnSenior Managers and Business Support TeamsnCommunity Groups and ResidentsnExternal partners across public, private, and voluntary sectorsAbout the Candidate The successful candidate will be:nnHighly organised and detail-orientednConfident working with senior leaders and elected officialsnPolitically aware with strong professional judgementnAble to manage confidential information with discretionnCustomer-focused with a commitment to improving outcomes for communitiesnComfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environmentDesirable ExperiencenPrevious experience working within:nLocal governmentnHousing sectornPublic sector governance environmentsnExperience supporting senior leadership or elected officials.nExperience coordinating public meetings, consultations, or stakeholder engagement activities.Apply Now for the Cabinet Support Officer
…