At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-level support to the Directorate and manage complex diaries.
- Company: Join a friendly and diverse team at a leading university.
- Benefits: Generous holiday entitlement, hybrid working, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture that values diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Be at the heart of strategic initiatives and make impactful decisions.
- Qualifications: Proven EA experience, strong communication skills, and strategic planning abilities.
The predicted salary is between 29740 - 36446 £ per year.
As the Executive Assistant for Communications & Advocacy, your day will be fast-paced and varied, providing high-level professional support to the Directorate. You will be responsible for triaging correspondence and managing complex diaries to proactively address opportunities and challenges. Beyond administrative duties, you will play a key role in the success of major University strategic initiatives by creating project plans, tracking timelines, and ensuring the Directorate is fully briefed and prepared for meetings. This role places you at the heart of the External Relations department, ensuring leadership make efficient, effective decisions through your expert coordination.
You will join the Communications & Advocacy leadership team. While your primary focus is supporting the Directorate, you are part of a collaborative wider Administrative Team. We work closely with internal stakeholders across the University. Our team values an inclusive environment; we build effective working relationships that recognise and celebrate the diverse contributions of all our staff members.
We are looking for a proactive and highly organised professional who possesses:
- Proven EA experience: Significant previous experience in a similar administrative or programme support role.
- Strategic planning skills: Excellent ability to prioritise a high volume of work and manage complex projects with minimal supervision.
- Exceptional communication skills: The ability to interface professionally with senior internal and external stakeholders.
- Discretion: A high degree of maturity and the ability to handle sensitive, confidential information under pressure.
- Technical & Financial Literacy: Proficiency in Office 365 and experience with financial transactions, such as raising requisitions and tracking budgets.
What we offer:
- A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
- A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working
- Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (or pro rata) plus standard
Executive Assistant (Maternity cover, Fixed-term) in Nottingham employer: University Of Nottingham
As an Executive Assistant at our University, you will thrive in a dynamic and inclusive environment that values collaboration and diversity. We offer a supportive workplace with generous holiday entitlements and the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, ensuring you can balance your professional and personal life effectively. Join us to play a pivotal role in strategic initiatives while enjoying ample opportunities for professional growth within a prestigious institution.
