Cabinet Support Officer (Grade I)
London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Role
Who You Are
You are a proactive, organized, and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. You are skilled at managing complex tasks and have a strong ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
What the job involves
In this role, you will provide high-quality support to the Deputy Mayor and Cabinet Members. You will ensure they are fully briefed and prepared for meetings and engagements. Your responsibilities will include managing both routine and complex casework using the iCasework system, conducting research, preparing responses, and liaising with residents, MPs, council services, and external partners. Additionally, you will draft briefings, reports, speeches, and speaking notes, as well as support policy development and strategic priority delivery on behalf of Cabinet Members. You will also coordinate diaries, manage stakeholder engagement, handle media liaison, and support high-profile projects and events.
Skills
- Effective communication
- Proactive support service
- Casework management
- Research and reporting
- Stakeholder engagement
- Diary coordination
- Media liaison
- Event support