Mayor’s Political Adviser
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Please See Advert Text
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
08/11/2024
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 22/11/2024 12:00
Salary:
£47,754 per annum. Spot salary of SCP38. The post is subject to a salary cap under the Local Government (Assistants for Political Groups) (Remuneration) (England) Order 2021
Employment Location:
The Lumen, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 5BZ- plus Hybrid working
Further Information
Tenure consistent with the Mayoral period of Office
Full time: 37 hours per week
Can you research, evaluate, analyse and investigate policy and political issues for an Elected Mayor? Do you have a flair for developing action plans and monitoring progress to ensure delivery the Mayor’s manifesto? Then this could be the ideal role for you.
The North East Combined Authority was formed on 7 May 2024. We’re led by an Elected Mayor, Kim McGuinness and Cabinet and cover the seven local authority areas of County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside and Sunderland.
Our purpose is to champion the full potential of our region. Collaborating with our partners and local authorities, we’ll create a better way of life by connecting communities, giving people the skills to succeed, and improving wellbeing for all, so that the North East is recognised as an outstanding place to live, work, visit and invest.
You will be expected to write briefings, speeches and undertake related research for the Mayor’s engagements as appropriate, including overseeing diary management. You will be a confident political operator, understanding and empathising with the Mayor’s goals.
If you are looking for a flexible approach to work, we follow a hybrid model and would be happy to discuss this with you. Our flexible approach allows employees to have a great work-life balance.
In return for your valuable contribution, you will have access to an excellent benefits package:
- Generous leave entitlement, starting at 26 days, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
- Flexible working practices including working from other locations and from home.
- A generous employer contribution pension scheme.
- A range of salary sacrifice schemes.
- Commitment to staff development and continuous learning.
- Progression and career enhancement opportunities.
If you have the skills and qualities to succeed in this role and are committed to delivering the North East CA’s vision and values we look forward to hearing from you.
If you would like an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact Laura Repton via email at Laura.Repton@northeast-ca.gov.uk
For further information about the North East Combined Authority please see the authority’s website www.northeast-ca.gov.uk
This recruitment is being administered by Durham County Council on behalf of the North East Combined Authority.
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Please note
This job is closed for applications.