Veterinary Medicines Directorate
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Higher Executive Officer in the Director Support Office
Reference number: 381432
Salary: £37,480 annum + 25 days Annual Leave + Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 28.97%
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time
Location: Addlestone, Surrey KT15 3LS
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is an Executive Agency of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and is responsible for ensuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of veterinary medicines in the UK.
We have a vacancy for a Higher Executive Officer in the Directors Support Office
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to lead our Director Support Office (DSO). In this pivotal role, you will ensure the efficient functioning and support of our Directors and Senior Colleagues. You will oversee a dedicated team of three, providing comprehensive support across various functions.
We’re looking for you to have:
• Leading, managing and developing team
• Scheduling and organising the work of others including those of senior management team
• Producing high quality written material
• Working in a busy, fast paced environment on a wide range of work frequently delivering against tight deadlines
• Ability to multitask and continually reprioritise completing tasks whilst remaining calm and flexible
• Building effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
• Drafting meeting agendas and taking and compiling minutes and action notes for wider distribution
• Background as a senior personal assistant or in an equivalent role
• it is essential you have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 packages (Teams, Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
How to Apply
If you're interested in applying for this position, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your application via the Civil Service Jobs website where you will find a full job description including salary details.
The closing date for applications is 17th February 2025.
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate is an Equal Opportunity employer.
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