Executive Assistant to the Dean - London, NW1 4SA

London Business School; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious business school is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Dean. The role involves managing the Dean’s schedule, organizing meetings, and planning overseas trips. The ideal candidate must demonstrate exceptional organization skills and a proactive approach. This position provides comprehensive support, ensuring the Dean is prepared for all commitments and acts as the professional face of the Dean's Office. Strong stakeholder management and discretion are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Executive Assistant is essential.
• Ability to manage busy schedules and meetings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Dean's schedule effectively.
• Plan overseas trips for the Dean.
• Co-ordinate briefings and logistics for meetings.
• Act as a key contact for stakeholders.

Skills

Exceptional organisation skills

Sound judgement

Stakeholder management

Job description

Job Description

Executive Assistant to the Dean - London, NW1 4SA The Role

Are you an experienced Executive Assistant with exceptional organisation skills?

We are looking to appoint a professional, proactive and personable Executive Assistant (EA) to the Dean of London Business School. The EA provides high-quality, comprehensive support to the Dean in his role as the School’s Chief Executive Officer, managing the Dean’s schedule, correspondence, meetings, travel and external engagements, ensuring he is fully prepared for all commitments.

This role leads the two-person Dean’s Office and includes line management of the Executive Assistant, Dean’s Office. The postholder represents the Dean’s Office professionally, exercising sound judgement, discretion and strong stakeholder management at all times.

Main Responsibilities

• Organisation and management of the Dean’s schedule in line with the immediate and longer-term priorities of the School
• Planning and organisation of all aspects of overseas trips made by the Dean
• Co-ordination of relevant briefings, information and logistics in a timely and efficient manner for all meetings, events and overseas travel
• Projection of a positive, professional image for the Dean’s Office, acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders

Provision of support for the Dean in...