Executive Assistant - University Board

Your new company
A Higher Education Institution in Manchester which is at the forefront of innovation.

Your new role

PA/ Executive Assistant to University Board Level/ Permanent from 31k to 36K

You will be required to provide 1st-rate executive support for university board level directors.
The post holder will be a key administrative point of contact within the team and will ensure questions, issues and concerns are addressed effectively and prioritised via emails and other correspondence.

Key duties of the role are complex and extensive diary management, organising meetings and travel arrangements and taking notes and minutes / follow-up actions for senior staff. Although the ability to work independently with minimal supervision is essential, the whole of the executive PA team work together very closely to pool resources and complete tasks. You will be required to support in the preparation of meetings and assist in the management of projects such as events with the wider organisation. As part of the executive team, additional duties would include the processing of expenses and assisting in the recruitment for the department. This dynamic and demanding role will involve considerable flexibility.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be an experienced EA/ PA/ Senior Administrator. This is a very varied administrative role. Therefore, you will be required to be both flexible and adaptable. The working hours are 36.25 per week from Monday to Friday and will be onsite and home working.

Previous administration experience and or secretarial experience within the HE sector is essential along with a professional manner. Excellent communication skills and a polite and friendly approach are also essential.

What you'll get in return
A competitive salary, flexible working scheme and benefits of working for a HE institution. Rewards and benefits are fantastic and more details will be provided on application.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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