Mayor''s Assistant

Role: Mayor''s Assistant Location: NewhamRate: £26.13 per hour (PAYE) or £34 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 3 months with likelihood of extension thereafterAbout the RoleWe are seeking a politically astute, proactive professional to provide high-level support to the Mayor. This is a hands-on, politically focused role, offering a unique opportunity to work at the heart of local government and support high-profile engagement at local, regional and national levels.You''ll play a key role in supporting the Mayor across political, communications and stakeholder activity, helping shape messaging, manage priorities and ensure effective delivery of council business.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport in managing political aspects of role as Mayor, including providing political advice and briefings on issuesSupporting the Mayor in external engagement activity, locally, regionally and nationally, including drafting newsletters, press releases and speeches/identifying speaking opportunitiesSupporting the Mayor on political representations and handling for key Council business, including Cabinet and Full CouncilProvide insight, reporting and recommendations to support decision-makingAbout YouProven experience working in a political environment (e.g. political party, MP''s office, council political role)Strong understanding of political processes and governanceExcellent writing skills, with the ability to draft clear, engaging and politically aware contentExperience supporting senior ..... full job details .....