Executive Assistant to the Bishop

3 days ago

Chelmsford, United Kingdom Church of England Full time

**About the Role**

The Church of England is a diverse community that serves the whole nation, and we are seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support the Bishop of Bradwell in their mission. As a key member of the Bishop's office team, you will play a crucial part in developing and fostering the culture of the Bradwell Episcopal Area as a place of flourishing and joyful Christian ministry.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-profile environment where your contribution will have a direct and meaningful impact. In this role, you will expertly manage the office of the Bishop, providing excellent PA support by handling correspondence and inquiries, building strong relationships with diocesan staff, clergy, and parishes on the Bishop's behalf, and overseeing the Bishop's diary. Ensuring that the Bishop is well-informed and well-prepared for meetings and engagements will be central to your role.

As a skilled administrator, you will be responsible for:
  • Organising the complex demands on the Bishop's time through efficient diary management and careful coordination of visits and meetings
  • Undertaking proactive management of the Bishop's email account
  • Coordinating the organisation of hospitality according to a pattern of regular social gatherings of clergy and lay ministers, training events and wider strategic meetings
  • Managing the budget and dealing with all day-to-day financial matters including drawing cheques for signature and management of online banking
  • Undertaking the administration of Clergy vacancies and appointments, including all necessary interview processes and safeguarding and UK Border requirements, and the processing of applications and renewals for all licensed and authorised clergy and lay roles


**What We're Looking For**
In order to succeed in this role, you will need to possess outstanding administrative, EA, and secretarial skills, including IT proficiency and experience of taking on initiatives leading to improved administrative outcomes. You will also need to be able to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including senior and middle management, as well as individuals in voluntary roles. A flexible approach to work that is proactive and confident is essential.

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