Executive Support Officer – Justice Policy Group

About the role

The Ministry of Justice is seeking an experienced Executive Support professional to join the Institutional Implementation Team within the Justice Policy Group. This 12‑month fixed‑term position provides high‑level administrative assistance to the Director and the wider team.

Key responsibilities

• Manage diaries and calendars, scheduling internal and external meetings.
• Handle multiple inboxes and coordinate meeting documentation.
• Arrange travel, accommodation, venues and team events.
• Support recruitment processes and manage correspondence.
• Provide general administration and internal reporting support.
• Offer secretariat services to internal committees and forums.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, including Teams and SharePoint.
• Excellent time‑management and ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Confidence interacting with all management levels and high discretion with confidential information.
• Experience in an Executive Assistant or similar support role, preferably in the public sector.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Teams
• SharePoint

What we offer

• 22 days of holiday leave.
• Flexible work hours where possible.
• Access to an online professional development portal.
• Inclusive networks and a supportive workplace culture.