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Polish Embassy in London is hiring a secretariat assistant: £30,000 a year, applications by 6 November

The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in London is recruiting an assistant for its secretariat. It offers a full-time post and £30,000 gross a year during the probation period. Polish citizenship, settled or pre-settled status and two years' experience are required. Applications must be submitted by 6 November.

Recruitment for the secretariat of the Polish Embassy in London
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The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in London is looking for someone to run its secretariat. The vacancy was published on 20 October 2026. The job is based in the embassy building at 47 Portland Place.

It is a full-time post on an employment contract. During the probation period the salary is £30,000 gross a year. The embassy also mentions an annual performance-related bonus.

Duties include handling post and phone calls, receiving visitors, arranging meetings, organising business travel and looking after delegations from Poland. The postholder will also maintain contact databases, correspondence and intern matters.

Requirements include: Polish citizenship, secondary or higher education, fluent Polish and English, settled or pre-settled status in the UK and more than 2 years’ work in a secretariat or assistant role. Knowledge of public administration and MS Office is an advantage. The work is on a shift basis, roughly between 8:00 and 18:00.

What it means for you

This is a stable job for someone with office experience who speaks Polish and English. It offers contact with institutions in Poland and the UK. The deadline is short, and incomplete applications will not be considered.

Our assessment

The offer is specific and describes the requirements clearly. Working at a diplomatic mission brings valuable experience and contacts. Competition will be strong, so a careful cover letter and a complete set of documents matter. Note: documents must be dated and signed by hand.

What to do

  • Read the full vacancy notice and download the required declarations: recruitment at the Polish Embassy in London.
  • Prepare your CV, cover letter, a copy of the first page of your passport and the signed declarations.
  • Send the documents by email to the address given in the notice, with the subject line specified by the embassy. The date of receipt counts – no later than 6 November 2026.

Source: Embassy of the Republic of Poland in London, gov.pl (20.10.2026).

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