Executive Officer (UoS, Delhi)

University of South Hampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

L'Université de Southampton recherche un Executive Officer pour superviser le soutien au sein du bureau du Provost académique et des directions de l'enseignement. Vous jouerez un rôle essentiel dans la gestion des services critiques, tout en garantissant un soutien confidentiel aux dirigeants universitaires. Si vous avez une expérience pertinente dans un environnement complexe et une maîtrise de l'anglais, nous vous invitons à postuler. Ce poste est contracté via notre partenaire OIEG, avec un transfert à l'Université à terme.

Qualifications

• Expérience significative dans des rôles similaires.
• Capacité à gérer des cadres supérieurs.
• Maîtrise de l'anglais indispensable.

Responsibilities

• Fournir un soutien exécutif de haute qualité aux dirigeants universitaires.
• Gérer des agendas complexes et fournir des conseils spécialisés.
• Assurer la coordination des services alignés sur les objectifs stratégiques.

Skills

Estimation de la charge de travail

Communication

Gestion du temps

Education

Diplôme équivalent à un diplôme universitaire

Certification de secrétariat ou de traitement de texte

Job description

University of Southampton, Delhi Campus, India

Overview

The University of Southampton Delhi launches in Summer 2025. Delivered in partnership with Oxford International Education Group (OIEG), and located in Gurgaon, Delhi, this initiative responds to India’s New Education Policy and represents a significant investment in transnational education.

The new campus aims to provide students with the opportunity to earn a globally recognized degree from a QS World Top 100 university in Delhi NCR.

Job purpose

We are seeking an experienced Executive Officer to lead, manage, and coordinate executive support within the Office of the Academic Provost, Director of Learning and Teaching, and Director of Research and Enterprise. The role ensures the delivery of business-critical services aligned with strategic objectives.

This is a vital new position providing high-quality, confidential executive support to university leaders. Responsibilities include managing complex diaries, exercising judgment, and offering detailed, specialist advice as needed.

The ideal candidate will be proficient, dynamic, and possess substantial relevant experience in similar roles within complex environments, including managing offices for senior executives or equivalent positions. If you meet these criteria, we encourage you to apply.

You should be a self-starter with excellent command of English and possess a qualification equivalent to a degree or a secretarial and/or word-processing certification (or equivalent experience).

For more details, please refer to the job description below. Attach your CV and cover letter to your application.

Please note: this role will initially be contracted through our partner OIEG, with employment transferring to the University of Southampton Delhi later this year, continuing your service seamlessly.

We value diversity, equality, and inclusion as fundamental to making the University of Southampton a welcoming and vibrant organization. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and beliefs, fostering a community that is creative and impactful. We encourage applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless explicitly stated in the job listing.