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Interim Executive Officer


Job Location:

York - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 14 August 2026 (18 days ago)
Application Deadline: 11 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Interim Executive Officer 3-Month Contract

Location: West Offices Station Rise York YO1 6GA
Rate: 25.07 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 3-Month Contract
Hours: Full Time
Pay: Bi-weekly

Summary

We are in search of a seasoned Interim Executive Officer to deliver top-tier executive support to a senior leader within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority. This pivotal role demands outstanding organizational abilities adept stakeholder management and the capacity to excel in a dynamic politically sensitive setting. You will serve as a crucial contact for senior stakeholders ensuring that priorities are efficiently managed and executed.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver comprehensive executive assistance to a senior leader.
  • Oversee a complex and dynamic schedule aligning priorities and commitments.
  • Prepare and organize briefing materials correspondence meetings and events.
  • Serve as a primary liaison with MPs elected officials government bodies businesses community leaders Police and Fire Services and other senior stakeholders.
  • Handle sensitive confidential and politically significant issues with discretion.
  • Respond swiftly and effectively to urgent matters and shifting priorities.
  • Track actions correspondence and follow-up activities to ensure timely completion.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Identify risks and escalate issues as necessary.
  • Represent the office with professionalism in all interactions.
Essential

Requirements
Requirements:

  • Extensive experience supporting a senior executive elected official politician director or other high-profile leader.
  • Background in a political public sector government or stakeholder-rich environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex schedules and competing priorities.
  • Superior organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Capacity to work independently and exercise initiative.
  • Experience handling confidential and sensitive information.
  • Proficient in stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
  • Ability to anticipate issues and respond proactively.
Desirable

  • Existing Police Vetting clearance.
  • Experience within Local Government Combined Authorities Central Government or Political Offices.
  • Experience supporting elected officials or senior political leaders.
  • Understanding of governance and public sector decision-making processes.
Whats on Offer

  • 25.07 per hour (Umbrella)
  • 3-Month Contract
  • Location: York (YO1 6GA)
  • Bi-weekly Pay
  • Opportunity to collaborate closely with senior leadership in a prominent public sector organization.
  • A varied fast-paced role with significant stakeholder engagement and responsibility.
  • An excellent opportunity for experienced Executive Assistants Executive Officers Senior PAs Governance Officers Political Assistants or Chief Executive Support Officers.
Ideal for candidates with experience as an Executive Officer Executive Assistant Senior Personal Assistant Chief Executive Support Officer Political Assistant Governance Officer or Senior Business Support Officer.


Required Skills:

Essential Requirements Significant experience supporting a senior executive elected member politician director or other high-profile leader. Experience working within a political public sector government or stakeholder-rich environment. Proven ability to manage complex diaries and competing priorities. Excellent organisational and time management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and use initiative. Experience handling confidential and sensitive information. Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills. Ability to anticipate issues and respond proactively. Desirable Requirements Existing Police Vetting clearance. Experience within Local Government Combined Authorities Central Government or Political Offices. Experience supporting elected members or senior political leaders. Understanding of governance and public sector decision-making processes. Whats on Offer 25.07 per hour (Umbrella) 3 Month Contract Location: York (YO1 6GA) Bi-weekly Pay Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership within a high-profile public sector organisation. Varied fast-paced role with significant stakeholder engagement and responsibility. Excellent opportunity for experienced Executive Assistants Executive Officers Senior PAs Governance Officers Political Assistants or Chief Executive Support Officers. Suitable for candidates with experience as an Executive Officer Executive Assistant Senior Personal Assistant Chief Executive Support Officer Political Assistant Governance Officer or Senior Business Support Officer.