At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the CFO with a variety of administrative tasks and manage complex workloads.
- Company: Join the University of Leeds, a vibrant academic community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and make a real impact in a key role.
- Qualifications: Experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant at a senior level required.
The predicted salary is between 33951 - 39906 £ per year.
This role will be based on the university campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
Are you looking for a challenging and varied role supporting a professional management team? Do you have substantial experience working as an Executive or Personal Assistant at a senior level? Do you have excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively with personnel at all levels?
This is a key role in supporting the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and ensuring their activities run smoothly. It will appeal to suitably qualified candidates seeking an exciting and challenging role. You will have previous experience as an EA or PA at a senior director level and hold excellent digital, secretarial, interpersonal and organisational skills.
You will be part of a professional team that works collaboratively to ensure that all members of the Senior Executive Team are constantly supported to a high level. You will be a strong team player with excellent communication skills. Diplomatic and discreet in approach, you will be skilled at managing a complex workload accurately including electronic diary and correspondence management.
You need to be able to deal effectively with complex situations and liaise with a wide range of people. You will have experience of working with external partners and be able to understand the importance of these relationships. You will support the CFO to a high degree allowing them time to focus on building key partnerships.
Handling large amounts of information is a vital part of the role and as such you will be highly organized, focused on efficiency and prioritisation. Some work requires independent decision making, while other areas need teamwork and collaboration – you will be equally comfortable working in either situation. You will need to be reactive, have initiative and respond intelligently and appropriately to requests.
Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role may only be suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants if they are eligible for salary concessions.
We offer in return: 26 days holiday plus approx. 16.
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The University of Leeds is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration. With a commitment to flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture, employees are encouraged to thrive in their roles while contributing to the university's mission. The opportunity to work closely with senior management, including the Chief Financial Officer, provides a unique chance to develop valuable skills and build meaningful relationships within a prestigious institution.
