Executive Assistant to Deputy Chief Executive – Corporate & Commercial Services

About the role

This position provides high‑level, proactive support to the Deputy Chief Executive and the Head of Commercial, Communications & Economic Development within the Corporate & Commercial Services Directorate. The role ensures senior leaders can focus on strategic direction, decision‑making and delivering outcomes for Napier.

Key responsibilities

• Partner closely with senior leaders to enable strategic focus and high‑quality decision making.
• Provide proactive executive support, managing competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Act as a central coordination point, strengthening information flow between senior leaders, elected members and external stakeholders.
• Own complex workflows, bringing structure, foresight and follow‑through to ensure nothing is missed.
• Contribute to the evolution of executive support by introducing smarter, more efficient ways of working.
• Leverage digital and AI‑enabled tools to enhance executive effectiveness and streamline coordination.

Required profile

• 7+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leaders.
• Exceptionally organised, proactive and able to anticipate needs.
• Clear communicator with strong relationship‑building skills.
• Forward‑thinking, adaptable and interested in improving work processes.
• Discreet, professional and able to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• 5 weeks' annual leave after 2 years of service.
• Discounted health insurance scheme and eye‑test subsidy.