Assistant Private Secretary – GOV.UK Private Office

About the role

The Assistant Private Secretary will support Deputy Directors within the GOV.UK private office, helping to deliver key digital priorities for the UK government. Working in a high‑performing team, you will ensure senior officials’ days run smoothly and that they are well prepared for meetings and decision‑making.

Key responsibilities

• Manage calendars, arrange meetings and coordinate logistics for Deputy Directors.
• Prepare briefing notes, agendas and contextual information for senior‑level discussions.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to gather inputs and follow‑up on actions.
• Track progress of GOV.UK initiatives and produce status updates.
• Handle correspondence, draft routine communications and maintain accurate records.

Required profile

• Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships across departments and work confidently with senior officials.
• High attention to detail, initiative and resourcefulness.
• Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to high‑impact digital transformation projects.
• Collaborative environment with leading digital professionals.
• Professional development within the UK government digital ecosystem.