We have a secondment opportunity for an Executive Assistant to join the General Secretariat team. This secondment opportunity is to cover a maternity leave. This is an excellent development opportunity for an existing employee to enhance their existing skills and learn new ones.

•    To cover maternity leave based at either The Rookery, London WC1A 1DE or at Headquarters in Rednal, Birmingham, B45 8RS
•    Salary £40,448 plus London allowance (If applicable)
•    35 hours per week

Whilst the Deputy General Secretary will be your primary focus, you will also work closely with the General Secretary to help ensure the continued effectiveness of the Union through the application of your administration, research and project management skills at the highest operational level whilst remaining confidential.

A pro-active and independent worker, you will ensure that the General Secretary and Deputy General Secretary are fully briefed in advance of scheduled meetings, that actions are accurately recorded and implemented, draft correspondence produced in a timely manner and day to day working arrangements managed effectively.

If you are interested in this secondment opportunity and it is something you can commit to please write a covering letter expressing your interest explaining why you would like this role and what skills and experience you can bring to this post. You should also discuss with your line manager in the first instance.

Please send your letter of interest and contact details to: [email protected]

Closing date for receipt of expression of interest: 9 January 2026 10am