Divisional / Executive Assistant

Lancaster University; Bailrigg; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster University is seeking an Executive / Divisional Assistant to support the Chief People Officer and the senior leadership team. You will manage calendars, coordinate meetings and projects, and ensure smooth operation of the People & Organisational Effectiveness division.

This full-time, indefinite role offers flexible working arrangements. You will bring discretion, professionalism and a proactive, solutions-focused approach to a busy university environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential support to the Chief People Officer and senior leadership team.
• Coordinate key meetings and projects for the Division.
• Play a pivotal role in keeping the division running smoothly with discretion and professionalism.

Job description

Join our friendly and supportive team and use your exceptional administrative, communication and relationship-building skills to support senior leaders, shape important initiatives, and help create a positive staff experience across the University.
People & Organisational Effectiveness (POE) are looking for an Executive / Divisional Assistant to join the Division. POE plays a vital role in creating the conditions that enable our people and organisation to thrive. From HR Partnering and Health & Safety to Development, Reward and Inclusion, we support leaders and colleagues to deliver excellence across the University.
As Executive / Divisional Assistant, you'll be at the heart of this work, providing essential support to the Chief People Officer and senior leadership team. You'll coordinate key meetings and projects, and play a pivotal role in keeping things running smoothly. This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll need discretion and professionalism, along with a proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach.
If you enjoy being involved in making things happen, and providing first-class support to senior leaders and the wider Division, we'd love to hear from you.
This role is offered on a full-time, indefinite basis. We're happy to talk flexible working.
Informal enquiries for this role can be made to Catherine Harrison, Interim Deputy Director of POE