At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Senior Bursar with high-level executive and governance tasks in a vibrant college setting.
- Company: Join Gonville & Caius College, a prestigious institution with a friendly atmosphere.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous pension, 33 days holiday, and free lunch.
- Other info: Experience a beautiful work environment with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working closely with academic leaders and diverse teams.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and experience in organisational roles are essential.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
Start Date: 20 August 2026
Location: Rugby, Warwickshire, GB, CV21 3
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
The Role
Senior Bursar's Executive Assistant (Maternity Cover) - 12-month fixed-term contract starting October 2026. Gonville & Caius College is looking to appoint an outstanding individual as Assistant to the Senior Bursar. This is an exciting, varied and busy role at the heart of a friendly Cambridge college. You will be a confident communicator, used to taking the initiative and be a natural problem solver. This is an opportunity to use your organisational skills and experience in a Higher Education setting, working closely with other staff, academic fellows and students as well as colleagues in partner organisations.
The Senior Bursar's Executive Assistant provides high-level, confidential executive and governance support to the Senior Bursar and acts as a central point of contact for them. The role requires sound judgement, discretion and initiative in anticipating priorities, coordinating information and actions across the Bursary and wider College, and ensuring that key matters are progressed effectively. The postholder supports the efficient operation of College governance and a broad range of finance, HR, remuneration, compliance, property and investment activities, ensuring that work is delivered with high quality and efficiently.
This role is a full-time 12-month fixed-term position covering a period of maternity leave offering an annual salary in the range of £41K to £43K FTE per annum depending on knowledge and skills.
About the College
Our postgraduates play a vital role in the research activities of the wider University. Our Fellows have globally renowned research expertise ranging from Ancient History to Cosmology and are all recognised as leaders in their fields. The students who graduate from the college form an alumni group of approximately 11,000 individuals. They have achieved recognition in many walks of life and are resident in all continents.
Why work at Caius?
- Generous Pension Scheme; 14.5% employer contributions and 3x death in service benefit
- Health care cash plan
- 33 days of annual holiday (including Public Holidays)
- Free on-site lunch provided
- Workplace Nursery Scheme (salary sacrifice)
- College gym
- Car parking (subject to availability/eligibility)
- Cycle to work scheme
- The opportunity to work in a beautiful environment
Senior Bursars Executive Assistant - Maternity Cover in Rugby employer: Gonville and Caius College
Gonville & Caius College offers a unique opportunity to work as a Senior Bursar's Executive Assistant in a vibrant and supportive environment. With a generous benefits package including a robust pension scheme, health care cash plan, and 33 days of annual leave, employees are valued and encouraged to thrive. The college fosters a culture of collaboration and growth, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful engagement in the higher education sector.
Contact Details:
Gonville and Caius College Recruitment Team
