At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings, and support senior leaders in a dynamic university environment.
- Company: Join a high-profile department at a leading London university with a positive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive pay, and a balanced 35-hour work week.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by supporting academic leaders and enhancing departmental operations.
- Qualifications: Experience in managing senior-level diaries and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
Are you a highly organised professional with a talent for managing competing priorities and building strong working relationships? On behalf of a high-profile department at a London university, Signature Recruitment is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support a senior leadership team in a busy, fast-paced academic environment.
The role offers hybrid working (2-3 days on campus once established), a competitive rate and a 35-hour working week. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a department that has recently undergone a positive cultural transformation. As Executive Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in enabling the effectiveness of senior academic and administrative leaders. Your work will support the smooth running of departmental operations and contribute to the success of a high-performing university team.
In this key role, you’ll be responsible for managing complex diaries, coordinating high-level meetings, and serving as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage complex diaries and schedule meetings across multiple stakeholders
- Organise travel, meetings, room bookings, catering, and agendas
- Act as the first point of contact for internal and external queries
- Prepare meeting papers, take minutes, and track follow-up actions
- Handle confidential information with professionalism and care
- Liaise across teams to support planning and smooth operations
Key Skills:
- Proven experience managing busy, senior-level diaries with accuracy and discretion
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
- Proactive approach, able to anticipate needs and act independently
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
If you are a highly organised and confident Executive Assistant looking for your next challenge in higher education, we’d love to hear from you. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute meaningfully within a supportive and high-achieving university environment.
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