Executive Officer  -Department for Education (DFE)
Location: Manchester M1 3BN 
Payrate: £16.94
Clearance Basic 
Duration: May 2027

Are you detail-focused, comfortable working at pace, and confident using research to make the right call? Join a small but busy team where you’ll help ensure incoming correspondence is routed correctly, dealt with efficiently, and handled with care. Training is provided, and this role is ideal for someone who enjoys analytical work rather than generic admin.
What you'll be doing:
• Review and manage incoming correspondence, including emails, letters, and public enquiries
• Research across departmental policies, guidance, and business areas to determine the correct route for each enquiry
• Analyse complex information and make informed decisions on case allocation and ownership
• Liaise with policy teams, operational colleagues, and wider stakeholders to resolve queries and ensure smooth outcomes
• Accurately categorise, record, and track cases using internal systems
• Monitor workloads and prioritise competing tasks to meet service standards and deadlines
• Identify trends and recurring themes to support reporting and continuous improvement
• Contribute ideas to enhance the efficiency of correspondence handling processes
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally and discreetly
What you'll bring:
• A customer-first approach and commitment to getting things right first time
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the confidence to make decisions based on guidance and evidence
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to think critically in complex cases
• Clear, professional communication skills when working with stakeholders and resolving queries
• Strong organisational and time management ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative team mindset-comfortable working to shared targets and service expectations
• Discretion and trustworthiness when handling sensitive information
Additional information:
• This is a temporary contract role focused on correspondence research, allocation, and resolution-not general administration.
• You will receive training and guidance to support your ongoing development.
If you’re ready to apply your research skills and judgment to make a real difference to how enquiries are handled, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV if you’re seeking a 6-month contract.