ABOUT THE EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR ROLE
The Executive Administrator plays a pivotal role in providing high-level administrative and governance support to the Director of Finance & Resources, the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the Board, and the CEO. This role is central to ensuring the smooth operation of the organisation by coordinating meetings, managing governance processes, and supporting strategic initiatives.
The Executive Administrator will facilitate Board and SLT meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas, taking formal minutes, and ensuring timely follow-up on actions. They will also oversee compliance with health & safety regulations, support the organisation’s environmental strategy, and manage administrative processes across the wider organisation.
This role requires exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills and a commitment to upholding the values and mission of the Social Interest Group.
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 5:00. This role follows a hybrid working model, with 2 days required in the office.
Salary: £30,600
What are we looking for from an Executive Administrator?
Governance Support:
- Coordinate and service meetings, including Board, Committee, SLT, and Annual General Meetings.
- Maintain Board member records, registers, and minutes, ensuring compliance with legal requirements (e.g., Companies House, Charity Commission).
- Ensure accurate filing of governance documents, including seals, tenders, and gifts/hospitality registers.
Financial and Administrative Management:
- Demonstrate excellent numeracy and financial skills, supporting best practices in financial management.
- Maintain the Group’s Contract Register and support procurement processes.
- Manage the Administrative Support Officer to ensure the effective operation of the Head Office.
Environmental Strategy:
- Act as the Environmental Lead, overseeing the annual carbon audit process and liaising with auditors and internal departments.
- Manage the ESOS audit (mandatory government environmental audit) and embed efficient processes for data collection and reporting.
Strategic and Operational Support:
- Provide reflective and analytical support, summarising complex information and distilling key insights for decision-making.
- Support the Director of Finance & Resources in delivering the organisation’s mission and values.
- Promote a Psychologically Informed Environment (PIE) and uphold high standards of service provision.
Compliance and Best Practice:
- Ensure adherence to SIG policies, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), data protection, and health & safety procedures.
- Lead by example in maintaining confidentiality and fostering a positive, productive work environment.
What we offer
- 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
ABOUT US
Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change
Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
We are an inclusive employer, committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience ; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity. As an organisation, we’re proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk or call our central office on 020 3668 9270 to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.
