Mayor's Assistant
Location
Newham, Northumberland
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 03, 2026
Role: Mayor's Assistant
Location: Newham
Rate: £26.13 per hour (PAYE) or £34 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 3 months with likelihood of extension thereafterAbout the Role
We are seeking a politically astute, proactive professional to provide high-level support to the Mayor. This is a hands-on, politically focused role, offering a unique opportunity to work at the heart of local government and support high-profile engagement at local, regional and national levels.
You'll play a key role in supporting the Mayor across political, communications and stakeholder activity, helping shape messaging, manage priorities and ensure effective delivery of council business.
Key Responsibilities
Support in managing political aspects of role as Mayor, including providing political advice and briefings on issues
Supporting the Mayor in external engagement activity, locally, regionally and nationally, including drafting newsletters, press releases and speeches...
Location: Newham
Rate: £26.13 per hour (PAYE) or £34 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 3 months with likelihood of extension thereafterAbout the Role
We are seeking a politically astute, proactive professional to provide high-level support to the Mayor. This is a hands-on, politically focused role, offering a unique opportunity to work at the heart of local government and support high-profile engagement at local, regional and national levels.
You'll play a key role in supporting the Mayor across political, communications and stakeholder activity, helping shape messaging, manage priorities and ensure effective delivery of council business.
Key Responsibilities
Support in managing political aspects of role as Mayor, including providing political advice and briefings on issues
Supporting the Mayor in external engagement activity, locally, regionally and nationally, including drafting newsletters, press releases and speeches...