Cabinet Support Manager

Overview

In this role you will provide strategic and operational support to the Leader and Cabinet, helping them pursue priorities within the council’s governance framework. You will work to maintain and develop the council’s reputation with external stakeholders and enable Cabinet to operate effectively locally, regionally, and nationally. The position involves high-level liaison with senior public sector leaders and cross-team coordination, underpinned by strong organisation and attention to detail. This is a fast-paced, relationship-driven role with a meaningful public-service impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational support to the Leader and Cabinet
• Maintain and develop the council’s reputation with external stakeholders
• Coordinate with Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team and Corporate Communications
• Lead administrative functions of the Leader’s office
• Manage the Leader’s PA and Cabinet Support Assistants
• Ensure Cabinet operates effectively and meets competing deadlines
• Liaise with political figures and senior public sector leaders
• Oversee governance and decision-making processes within the council

Key requirements

• Understanding of working within a political environment
• Experience liaising with senior public sector leaders, ministers, and civil servants
• In-depth knowledge of the Council’s decision-making and governance processes
• Exceptional organisational and strategic thinking abilities
• Line management responsibility for support staff

• relationship building
• discretion
• attention to detail
• communication
• governance and decision-making processes
• office administration and team leadership

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