Temp EA - ASAP £20Hr! Higher Education

Office Angels; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Senior Leadership Team in a prestigious educational organisation. You will manage diaries, handle communications, and assist in strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess advanced skills in Microsoft Office and excellent organizational abilities. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Dynamic team environment

Support for strategic initiatives

Hybrid working policy

Qualifications

• Proactive and detail-oriented professional.
• Passion for supporting senior leadership.
• Ability to handle internal and external communications effectively.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and organise high-profile events.
• Manage diaries, travel, meetings, and events with precision.
• Assist in decision-making related to strategic developments.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Experience with electronic databases and event management

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines

Ability to understand and monitor budgetary processes

Job description

Overview

Join Our Client's Team as an Executive Assistant! Are you an organised, detail-oriented professional with a passion for supporting senior leadership? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you in the President's Office of our client's esteemed educational organisation. We are seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive and confidential support to our client's dynamic Senior Leadership Team.

Position: Executive Assistant

Contract Type: Temporary

Working Pattern: Full Time (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm)

Hourly Rate: £18.70 - £22.85

Responsibilities

• Customer Focus: Welcome guests and organise high-profile events. Support staff with meeting arrangements, travel, and project administration.
• Planning & Organising: Manage diaries, travel, meetings, and events with precision. Prepare and distribute materials for meetings and committees.
• Interpersonal Skills: Handle internal and external communications effectively. Stay informed on key strategic projects within the office.
• Problem Solving: Use your initiative to prioritise tasks and work autonomously. Provide project support through research and documentation.
• Taking Responsibility: Assist in decision-making related to strategic developments. Maintain confidentiality and respect data protection protocols.
• Budgetary Controls: Monitor budgets and identify discrepancies using spreadsheets.

Essential Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with electronic databases and event management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to understand and monitor budgetary processes.

Why Join Us

Work alongside a dynamic team in a supportive environment. Contribute to strategic initiatives that shape our organisation. Enjoy a hybrid working policy.

How to Apply

Please apply directly, or submit your CV to (url removed).

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