Executive Assistant in Huddersfield

Taskmaster Resources are looking to recruit an experienced and organised Executive Assistant/PA for a 2 month contract at the University of Huddersfield. The role is a G5 Executive Assistant but it is as much a project/Operations support role as it is a PA. The PA element is going to be less so in this role.
Job Description
Job Purpose
To provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the School Senior Leadership Team and Dean's Office, contributing to the effective delivery of School activities, projects and business processes.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. To assist with the co-ordination and planning of business activities and administrative functions including:
a. Complex national and international travel for designated members of the SLT.
b. School events, such as staff briefings, informal gatherings, social and celebratory events on behalf of the SLT.
c. Support for arrangements for high profile events, including but not limited to visiting delegations and VIP visitors for the School.
2. Supporting key administrative functions of the School's operations and projects, including but not limited to uniform supply and distribution, clearing, financial and HR processes and management of the Estate.
3. To provide executive general assistance to SLT, under the direction from the School Operations Manager and Executive Officer, comprising:
a. Proactive diary management and working across the School to ensure the Dean and Heads of Department are visible and available to staff and students.
b. Coordination of busy inboxes, preparing, and managing incoming/outgoing communications, responding to varied enquiries, and flagging complex or urgent matters where necessary.
c. To ensure all matters are dealt with appropriately, prioritising and referring on to others as necessary.
d. To provide confidential general administrative support to designated members of the SLT.
4. To develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across the School and other high-profile offices, internally and externally, being a reliable first point of contact on behalf of the Dean and School Operations Manager and dealing with enquiries on their behalf where possible.
5. To act as meeting/committee secretary as required, including the drafting of agendas, collating, and circulating paper...