--- title: "Secretary to the Director" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-dbfd5e03-da67-41d7-8b31-ab992b3126d8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dbfd5e03-da67-41d7-8b31-ab992b3126d8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dbfd5e03-da67-41d7-8b31-ab992b3126d8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dbfd5e03-da67-41d7-8b31-ab992b3126d8.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2019-02-18" --- # Secretary to the Director Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dbfd5e03-da67-41d7-8b31-ab992b3126d8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dbfd5e03-da67-41d7-8b31-ab992b3126d8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dbfd5e03-da67-41d7-8b31-ab992b3126d8.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to appoint a Secretary to the Director through an open tender process. This contract is classified under the industry category of office personnel services and is located at Oldbury Council House, Freeth Street, Oldbury, B69 3DB. The tender period is set to close on Thursday, 21 February 2019, at 17:00 hours, with the contract anticipated to start on 28 February 2019 and continue until 29 May 2019. The role requires candidates to hold GCSEs in Maths and English, along with specific qualifications in typing or word processing, and involves 37 hours of work per week, Monday to Friday, with a pay rate between £23,866 and £28,221 PAYE. This opportunity presents a significant prospect for businesses specialising in administrative and executive support services, particularly those with experience in public sector roles. Businesses that have a background in providing personal assistance to senior management or elected officials, as well as those that can manage high volumes of work while maintaining effective diary management and organisational skills, would be well-suited to apply. The use of the In-tend e-Tendering System indicates a competitive environment where timely expression of interest and submission of qualifications will be essential for success. ## Notice Secretary to the Director We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic PA/Executive Support professional who is experienced in diary management, able to deal with high volumes of work, can work well within a team as well as with minimum supervision. You will play a key role in driving the fast pace of change and ensuring transparency and accountability of activity across the organisation. You will demonstrate a track record of successful delivery, the required skills and experience; and perform to a high standard in a challenging environment. You will be an experienced PA, who has worked with elected members, directors/senior managers or people in positions of authority. You must hold GCSE Maths and English or equivalent along with OCR/RSA II in Typing/Word processing or equivalent. Candidates will be required to take minutes in several meetings per week, they will require political knowledge and need to be experienced secretaries. Hours: 37 hours Working Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 5.30pm and Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm Start date: asap End date: 3 months from start date Rate of Pay: Band E PS23,866- PS28,221 PAYE but agencies can advise what the candidate would be looking for on a ltd company basis Contract type: Agency Location: Oldbury Council House, Freeth Street, Oldbury, B69 3DB Job Description and Personnel Specification attached, which also provides more information. Please send over a CV, 2x up to date references and also a copy of their Terms and Conditions. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit you will be required to 'Opt In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Thursday 21 February 2019 at 17:00hrs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50f4d1d9-643b-447b-a7a7-2021cad27094 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Feb 2019 | | Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 28 Feb 2019 - 29 May 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B69 3DB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | Oldbury | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79621000 - Supply services of office personnel ## Release History - 18 Feb 2019 at 09:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50f4d1d9-643b-447b-a7a7-2021cad27094 - 18 Feb 2019 at 08:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50f4d1d9-643b-447b-a7a7-2021cad27094 - 5 Feb 2019 at 16:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50f4d1d9-643b-447b-a7a7-2021cad27094 - 5 Feb 2019 at 16:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50f4d1d9-643b-447b-a7a7-2021cad27094 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50f4d1d9-643b-447b-a7a7-2021cad27094 18th February 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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