Divisional / Executive Assistant

Lancaster University; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster University is seeking an Executive / Divisional Assistant in the People and Organisational Effectiveness division, based at Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK. The role supports the Chief People Officer and senior leadership, coordinating key meetings and projects with discretion and professionalism.

This full-time, indefinite position offers a proactive, solutions-focused environment, with flexible working options discussed during interview.

Qualifications

• Executive / Divisional Assistant role within the People and Organisational Effectiveness division.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate key meetings and projects.
• Provide essential support to the Chief People Officer and senior leadership team.
• Maintain discretion, professionalism and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

Job description

People and Organisational Effectiveness
Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £26,707 to £30,378Full Time, Indefinite
Closing Date: Thursday 29 October 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 1120-26-R

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

Please note: unless specified otherwise in the advert, all advertised roles are UK based.

Find out what it's like to work at Lancaster University , including information on our wide range of employee benefits, support networks and our policies and facilities for a family-friendly workplace.

The University recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address all inequality in higher education whilst promoting the importance and wellbeing for all our colleagues.

We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity, and equality of opportunity.