Executive Assistant

Sandwell College; England; On-site; GBP 29,680 - 39,154; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

35 days annual leave

Career development opportunities

Access to gym facilities

Generous pension schemes

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking an Executive Assistant to support senior leaders. The role involves providing administrative support, managing diaries, and liaising with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have significant experience, strong communication skills, and excellent organisational abilities. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including generous leave and wellness resources.

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting senior executives in public or private sectors.
• Excellent organisational skills for managing multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Executive Team.
• Act as first line of contact for enquiries.
• Manage Executive Team diaries and meetings.

Skills

Experience as a PA or EA

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Discretion and professionalism

Proactive and adaptable

High attention to detail

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Executive Assistant role at Sandwell College.

We have two exciting opportunities to join Sandwell Colleges at a pivotal moment. With new leadership, fresh opportunities, and a bold strategic plan, we are looking for talented Executive Assistants to play a vital role in supporting our senior leaders and helping shape the future of our organisation.

Application Deadline: 17 September 2025

Department: Central SLT

Location: Sandwell College

Compensation: £29,680 - £39,154 / year

Responsibilities

• Provide an effective and efficient personal assistant role to the Executive Team including secretarial, clerical and administrative support
• Be a first line of contact for enquiries from internal and external sources, assessing and handling queries in full
• Responsible for the Executive Team diaries including scheduling recurring routine meetings, managing and handling papers for wide variety of boards and meetings
• Planning and preparing for events, working in collaboration with other departments and external parties
• Building and maintaining strong relationships and liaising effectively with the College’s internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Executive Team and wider SLT
• Support and deputise for the Senior Executive Assistant as required

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Significant experience as a PA or EA, supporting senior executives in the public or private sector
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence liaising at all levels
• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to anticipate needs and solve problems
• High attention to detail and strong IT skills to support effective administration

Benefits

• Very competitive salaries
• Excellent annual leave entitlements; 35 days as well as 8 bank holiday days, and additional time off over the Christmas period
• Dedication to career development and progression
• Recognition for great work through awards, events and celebration days
• Access to onsite gym facilities and discounted rates on services including Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon
• Generous pension schemes (21.5% employer contribution for non-teaching roles)
• Access to discounts and salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle
• Free confidential counselling service and wellness platforms

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative

Industries

• Education Management