Executive Business Manager to the Chief People & Culture Officer
Contract Type: Temporary (6 months)
Location: Hybrid (1 day a week in London Office)
Daily Rate: -192 - -231

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in advancing the People & Culture strategy of a leading charity. We are seeking an Executive Business Manager to support the Chief People & Culture Officer (CPCO) for a six-month secondment. This unique opportunity will allow you to contribute to the delivery of strategic objectives while gaining invaluable insights into the alignment of People & Culture initiatives with broader organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the CPCO, gaining a comprehensive understanding of their portfolio and its complexities.
• Partner with the CPCO''s Executive Assistant to manage schedules and upcoming commitments effectively.
• Autonomously undertake projects, demonstrating sound personal judgement within set parameters.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with the Executive Team, Board of Trustees, CEO Office, senior managers, colleagues, and employee representatives.
• Develop draught documents and materials to support the CPCO''s initiatives.
• Work with the People and Culture Senior Leadership Team to ensure the successful delivery of strategic objectives.
• Handle complex and sensitive issues with discretion, seeing them through to resolution with minimal guidance.
• Provide expertise to enhance directorate processes and improve ways of working.
• Assist the CPCO in internal meetings, including research, pre-briefing, and follow-up actions.
• Track and report on key deliverables, ensuring timely alignment and engagement across the organisation.

To excel in this role, you will need:

• High personal integrity and a commitment to openness and honesty.
• Proven experience in building trust and effective relationships with Executive Team members.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and sensitive situations with discretion.
• Autonomy in managing multiple priorities and tasks.
• Capability to work under pressure and meet pre-determined deadlines.
• Strong planning and organisational skills to balance competing demands.
• Ability to influence and secure commitment from diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of organisational development and strategic planning processes.
• Proficiency in analysing data and identifying trends.
• Strong judgement skills for critical appraisal of complex information.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative team spirit.

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