Divisional / Executive Assistant - 1120-26-R

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

Job summary

Lancaster University’s People and Organisational Effectiveness division is seeking an Executive / Divisional Assistant to support the Chief People Officer and senior leadership. You will coordinate meetings and projects, manage communications, and help maintain smooth operations across the division.

This full-time, indefinite role offers flexible working options and a positive, supportive environment where discretion, professionalism and proactive problem-solving are valued.

Job description

Divisional / Executive Assistant

People and Organisational Effectiveness

Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK

Salary: £26,707 to £30,378 Full Time, Indefinite

Closing Date: Thursday 29 October 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Reference: 1120-26-R

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

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