Private Secretary

Private Secretary - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK You need JavaScript enabled to use this service. Cookies on Civil Service Jobs We'd like to use analytics cookies so we can understand how you use Civil Service Jobs and make improvements. We also use essential cookies to remember if you’ve accepted analytics cookies. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to accept analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to reject analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Skip to main content GOV.UK Civil Service Jobs Beta Your feedback will help us to improve. Home Sign in to your account Cymraeg Private Secretary The National Archives Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 18th October 2026 Return to search results Apply at advertiser's site Details Reference number 484185 Salary £45,000 - £51,255 A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Senior Executive Officer Contract type Permanent Business area TNA - CEO - CEO's Office Type of role Administration / Corporate Support Policy Other Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location London, London (region), TW9 4DU About the job Job summary The Private Secretary sits within the Chief Executive’s Office team, who provide private office support and a governance function for the organisation. This high impact role requires navigating a wide range of complex issues and working closely with senior officials. Working to the Head of Chief Executive’s Office and alongside another Private Secretary, the Private Secretary is responsible for articulating The National Archives’ aims, activities and interests across government, the archives sector and beyond. Job description The Private Secretary is a key player in managing day-to-day interactions with ministerial private offices, responding to ministerial correspondence and parliamentary questions, and providing expert advice to the rest of the organisation on government-facing issues. They also work closely with The National Archives’ Policy and Government Services teams to provide oversight and expert analysis of key policy, legislative and business