RIS Directorate Assistant – Strategic Admin Support

The Open University; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working

Job summary

The Open University is hiring a RIS Directorate Assistant to support the day-to-day ops of the Pro Vice-Chancellor's Office. You will manage diaries, travel, events and SharePoint; coordinate with the RIS team and Heads of Service to ensure a smooth, professional office environment.

You will handle sensitive information, collaborate across colleagues, and contribute to governance and continuous improvement within the RIS Unit. Hybrid working is offered with some Milton Keynes office presence.

Qualifications

• Literacy and numeracy skills appropriate to the role.
• Diary management skills commensurate with the role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborative work.
• Organisational skills with flexibility and initiative.
• Ability to handle confidential information and data.
• Proficient IT skills and willingness to learn systems.
• Understanding of University values and EDI practices.
• Experience in a Higher Education institution.
• Experience with technology used in large meetings or events.

Responsibilities

• Provide admin and secretarial support to the PVC's office.
• Diary management and travel/hotel arrangements for the Director and PVC.
• Maintain SharePoint sites and handle general correspondence.
• Support Heads of Service with meetings and events planning.
• Rais epurchase requisitions and process invoices for the PVC Office.

Skills

Diary management

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Data handling

IT proficiency

EDI awareness

Higher Education experience

Event support

Education

Experience in Higher Education

Experience with large meetings/events tech

Job description

The Open University is hiring a RIS Directorate Assistant to support the day-to-day ops of the Pro Vice-Chancellor's Office. You will manage diaries, travel, events and SharePoint; coordinate with the RIS team and Heads of Service to ensure a smooth, professional office environment.

You will handle sensitive information, collaborate across colleagues, and contribute to governance and continuous improvement within the RIS Unit. Hybrid working is offered with some Milton Keynes office presence.