Executive Assistant
Location: South Derbyshire District Council, Swadlincote
Reference: JOB/26/01676
Salary details: £28,598 to £31,022 per annum
Job term: Full Time
Appointment type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing date: 8 June 2026
This is an exciting opportunity to join South Derbyshire District Council as an Executive Assistant.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to become part of our supportive team.
Providing high-level support to the Council’s Senior Leadership Team, this role requires a proactive and adaptable individual with a positive, “can-do” attitude. You will need to be highly organised, professional, and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.
Working closely with members of the Senior Leadership Team, you will deliver a consistently high standard of support while also liaising with colleagues across the wider Council.
This position presents an excellent opportunity for a confident individual looking to develop their career within a friendly and collaborative environment. Strong diary and email management skills are essential, along with exceptional organisational and communication abilities and a genuine enthusiasm for supporting a diverse range of services.
To succeed in this role, you will bring experience from a similar environment, the ability to prioritise and plan with confidence, and a proven track record of building effective working relationships and collaborating as part of a team.
If you require any further information on the role please contact Mandy Simms at mandy.simms@southderbyshire.gov.uk
Provisional Interview Date: Monday 15 June 2026
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