We are currently seeking applications for an Assistant Private Secretary within the Ministerial Private Office division based in Edinburgh. This is a permanent and pensionable appointment and new entrants will normally start on the minimum of the pay range. Candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria below will be invited to the assessments.

An Assistant Private Secretary (APS) provides a pivotal role within Private Office through the management of correspondence and diary schedules for Ministers and managing communication channels with the wider Scottish Government and with external stakeholders.

This is a great opportunity to work at the centre of Government, gaining invaluable skills and experience.

Some of the duties will include:
• Management of diary requests, including liaison with internal and external stakeholders on scheduling and prioritisation.
•  Management of meetings, including all relevant logistical support, commissioning briefing for Ministers.
• Management of the Ministerial Database, processing of Ministerial Expenses, and management of purchases for the Private Office.
• Management of Ministerial travel.
• Management of correspondence in and out of the Minister’s office

There are a number of posts to be filled and we also plan to hold a 6 month reserve list for any future A4 APS roles that are identified within Ministerial Private Office during this period.