Executive Assistant Full time, permanent Based Horizons (Reading, Berkshire) with two days per week working from home Salary £34,000 pa We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and professional Executive Assistant to provide exceptional support to our Chief Operating Officer (COO), a key member of the University's Executive team. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the COO's interactions with members of the Executive team, the Senior Leadership Team and colleagues across the University, helping to drive efficiency, collaboration and effective decision-making. With a proactive approach and excellent attention to detail, you will anticipate needs, manage competing priorities and provide seamless executive support in a dynamic environment. You must: Have relevant experience in an EA or administration role supporting senior staff. Be able to professionally and confidently handle a busy and varied workload, which is sometimes pressured requiring task switching. Be digitally competent with strong communication skills, including report writing. Be on board with our behaviours and committed to delivering positive outcomes for our students. At University of the Built Environment we expect employees to demonstrate our values: Passion, Integrity, Excellence and Support. Student satisfaction and success are our main drivers, and our people consistently report high levels of employee engagement; your contribution will be valued should you join us. We are a long-standing and leading provider of supported online education with a long-term ambition to be the worlds most sustainable university. At The London School of Architecture, our students study onsite. Staff wellbeing and work-life balance are a priority for us, with flexible working arrangements and a generous holiday allowance amongst some of our key employee benefits. To view the full job specification and to apply, visit our careers site. Vacancy closes on
Wednesday 09 September 2026
at 17:00. EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION We champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workforce. We celebrate diversity and the strengths it brings to our staff body, our student community and our Board of Trustees, recognising that people are key to our success. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
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Executive Assistant in London employer: University of the Built Environment
The University of the Built Environment is an exceptional employer that prioritises staff wellbeing and work-life balance, offering flexible working arrangements and a generous holiday allowance. With a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, employees are encouraged to thrive in a supportive environment that values collaboration and professional growth, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in Reading, Berkshire.
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University of the Built Environment Recruitment Team
