We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and hard working person, to take the next step in their career and join the Chief Executive’s Management Team. Why apply? An opportunity to work at the heart of the organisation, working in the Chief Executive’s Management Team. Work in partnership with a high performing Executive PA team across the organisation. A fascinating, fast-paced and varied role; each day will be different. During the Apprenticeship the role will include: Undertaking general administration tasks such as filing, printing, answering phones and responding to incoming queries either face to face, on the phone or in writing. Monitoring, prioritising, acknowledging and distributing incoming email and correspondence. Working independently and within a team adhering to tight deadlines. Supporting the planning and organisation of meetings, including setting up meetings, the preparation of agendas, distribution of papers, attending meetings to record actions and follow up as necessary. Supporting the Personal Assistant in managing the Chief Executive’s diary. Handling and processing manual or computerised information, with care, accuracy, confidentiality and security. The successful candidate will have: Experience of using a wide range of computer packages including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook (or equivalent). Be customer focused with good communication skills, both spoken and written. Effective organisation skills. Ability to produce consistently accurate work. The ability to work as part of a team. In return we offer the following: Apprenticeship training delivered at Solihull MBC to achieve a nationally recognised certificate (Level 3). 24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) rising to 29 days after 5 years’ service with the option to purchase up to 10 days additional annual leave. A great working environment, together with a range of flexible working options, attractive staff discounts and benefits including a career average pension scheme, discounted travel for bus and train travel and Flexi time. This role is full time - 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Interested? To apply, please click on the link below. If you have a specific question regarding this post, please contact Jane Tattam, Executive Assistant by email at jtattamsolihull.gov.uk or telephone 0121 704 8312. Interviews will be held 30/1/25 Attached documents JDPS.docx