Vice Chancellors Executive Assistant

University of Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

L'Université de Reading recherche un Executive Assistant pour fournir un soutien de haut niveau au Chancelier et au Vice-Chancelier. Vous occuperez un rôle clé en gérant les agendas, en coordonnant des engagements externes et en facilitant des visites VIP. Rejoignez un environnement dynamique et inclusif où vos compétences auront un impact réel.

Qualifications

• Expérience substantielle de soutien à des dirigeants au plus haut niveau.
• Compétences organisationnelles et interpersonnelles excellentes.
• Capacité à gérer des informations sensibles avec discrétion.

Responsibilities

• Gérer des agendas complexes et organiser des dîners et événements.
• Répondre à la correspondance variée et coordonner des initiatives institutionnelles.
• Servir de premier point de contact pour les parties prenantes de haut niveau.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Interpersonal

Discretion

Judgement

Initiative

Flexibilité

Job description

Full Time and Permanent Role

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on 6th July 2025

Interviews: 14 July 2025

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the .

Join one of the UK’s top 30 universities and play a pivotal role at the heart of strategic leadership. We’re seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor, helping to deliver the University’s mission to create a better world through education and research.

Based at our beautiful Whiteknights campus, you’ll manage complex diaries, coordinate dinners and events, and lead internal and external engagement with senior stakeholders. As the first point of contact, you’ll also respond to varied correspondence, coordinate institutional initiatives, and VIP visits.

As The Successful Candidate, You Will Have

• Substantial experience supporting senior executives at board level
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to manage complex diaries and sensitive information with discretion
• Strong judgement, initiative, and the ability to work independently
• Experience coordinating high-level external engagement and stakeholder relations
• A proactive, flexible, and collaborative approach to delivering outstanding service
• A good understanding of the UK higher education sector and strategic priorities

As an ambassador for the office and the University, you will work most of your time on campus and occasionally during evenings and weekends.

This is a varied and interesting role and a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, inclusive environment where your skills will make a real impact.

Want to find out more? There will be an opportunity to ask questions—anonymously if preferred—to help those considering applying feel better informed about the role. The session will take place on 3rd July at 11.00 AM. If you would like to attend, please contact us no later than 12 pm on 2nd July 2025. You will then be provided with a link to join the online session.

Informal contact details

Contact Name: Rachel Helsby

Contact Head of Chancellor’s and Chancellor’s Office

Contact

Alternative Contact: Ann Morgan

Alternative Contact: Vice-Chancellor’s Executive Assistant

Additional Information

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.