Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service are looking to recruit a key individual to support the work of the Chief and Assistant Chief Fire Officer team. If successful, you will play a key role in supporting the work of the strategic team and will need an excellent working relationship with all its members.

Our small but perfectly formed Personal Assistant (PA) team work closely together. The successful candidate will be expected to support and deputise for each other when required, working flexibly to achieve outcomes and will be someone who can build relationships both internally and external to our organisation. You will be expected to be able to communicate with people in a clear but respectful manner and able to adapt your style to work effectively with a range of stakeholders.

As admin support to our Chief Fire Officer and the two Assistant Chief Fire Officers, you will need to be able to work both under direction and using your own initiative in managing your own workload. The successful individual would be expected to maintain confidentiality and understand the principles of the general data protection regulations (GDPR).
The successful applicant will need to be experienced in using the Microsoft Office Suite, Artificial Intelligence applications and be comfortable in minuting and note taking at meetings as well as diary and event management.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual, who understands and upholds the values of our organisation. The successful candidate will be working in an environment where there is an expectation that all members of the staff are positive, professional and honest.

The Service is committed to inclusion at all levels, and you will need to understand and actively support these values.

Sponsorship

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Hybrid working may be considered for this role

Closing date: 25/03/2026

Interview and test date: 8 April – 10 April 2026

If you are invited to interview, you will be assessed against the NFCC Leadership Framework. The highest level relevant to the role is detailed in the person specification, and you may be required to demonstrate competence at any level up to and including that. The interview will include both behavioural and role-specific questions to assess your suitability for the position. You will also be asked a question exploring your understanding of, and commitment to, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.