Veterinary Medicines Directorate
Higher Executive Officer in the Director Support Office
Reference number: 381432
Salary: £37,480 annum + 25 days Annual Leave + Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 28.97%
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time
Location: Addlestone, Surrey KT15 3LS
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is an Executive Agency of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and is responsible for ensuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of veterinary medicines in the UK.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to lead our Director Support Office (DSO). In this pivotal role, you will ensure the efficient functioning and support of our Directors and Senior Colleagues. You will oversee a dedicated team of three, providing comprehensive support across various functions.
Key Responsibilities:
Leading, managing and developing the team
Scheduling and organising the work of others including senior management team
Producing high-quality written material
Working in a busy, fast-paced environment on a wide range of work frequently delivering against tight deadlines
Ability to multitask and continually reprioritise tasks while remaining calm and flexible
Building effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
Drafting meeting agendas and compiling minutes and action notes for wider distribution
Having a background as a senior personal assistant or in an equivalent role
Possessing a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 packages (Teams, Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
How to Apply
If you're interested in applying for this position, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your application via the Civil Service Jobs website where you will find a full job description including salary details.
The closing date for applications is 17th February 2025.
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate is an Equal Opportunity employer.
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