Executive Officer in the Office of the President and Vice-Chancellor

Job Description:

The University of Manchester is seeking a proactive and highly organised Executive Officer to join the President’s Office, supporting the Head of Office and working closely with the wider University Executive. This is a dynamic role at the heart of the University’s strategic leadership, ideal for someone who thrives on variety and fast-paced environments. You will be joining the office at a pivotal point as the University’s new strategy is being developed and its launch is being planned. You will lead the delivery and evaluation of projects as directed by the Head of Office, ensuring alignment with the University’s strategic goals and the objectives of the President & Vice-Chancellor, and that outcomes are delivered on time and to the highest standard. You’ll also prepare high-quality briefings and reports, helping senior leaders stay informed and focused.

The role involves collaboration with colleagues across the University who manage projects, arrange events, and/or engagement activities (both internal and external) to ensure those involving the President and Vice-Chancellor are strategically aligned, focused, and leverage the full breadth of the University’s community expertise.

Alongside your project work, you’ll play a key role in representing the President’s Office across the University and beyond, building strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including students, staff, alumni, community partners, industry leaders, and government representatives. You’ll support major events, forums, and engagements—from high-level strategy sessions to roundtables and conferences—ensuring every detail is carefully considered and aligned with the University’s goals.

No two days will be the same, and you’ll need to bring professional judgment, adaptability, and creative thinking. With strong interpersonal and analytical skills, experience in managing complex projects, and confidence navigating senior environments, you’ll be a trusted, valued member of a small team working at the centre of one of the UK’s leading universities.

What you will get in return:

• Market-leading pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services, including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer, we support an inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working; you can find out more here .

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries:

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

See the link below for the Further Particulars document containing the person specification criteria.

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