Executive Assistant to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Hybrid)

Hartpury-University-and-College; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Generous annual leave

Employee wellbeing support

Employee Discounts Scheme

Onsite fitness facilities

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working opportunities

Enhanced maternity, adoption and p...

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Free entry to campus events

Shuttle bus access

Job summary

Hartpury University and Hartpury College in Gloucestershire is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to provide executive support to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and the wider executive team. You will manage complex diaries, prepare papers and briefing materials, and coordinate governance activities with discretion and professionalism.

Working in a hybrid office environment, you will build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, support events, monitor progress on key

Qualifications

• Experience as PA/EA or senior administrator with excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with stakeholders at all levels.
• Professional and discreet handling of confidential information.
• Proactive and able to use initiative to support executive activities.
• Strong Microsoft 365 skills and producing high-quality documentation.
• Experience in Higher Education is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries, meetings and communications for the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and executives.
• Prepare agendas, papers, minutes and briefing materials to support governance decisions.
• Monitor actions and projects to ensure progress and deadlines are met.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders as a key contact in the Executive Office.
• Support events, projects and wider administrative activities across the portfolio.
• Maintain accurate records and handle information securely and confidentially.

Skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Microsoft 365

Stakeholder management

Job description

Hartpury University and Hartpury College in Gloucestershire is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to provide executive support to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and the wider executive team. You will manage complex diaries, prepare papers and briefing materials, and coordinate governance activities with discretion and professionalism.

Working in a hybrid office environment, you will build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, support events, monitor progress on key