Senior Executive Assistant | Hybrid Work & Professional Growth

Manchester Metropolitan University; United States; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working

Professional development

Pension provision

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts and perks

Job summary

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to support a member of the Senior Executive Team. You will manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings, service committees, and plan events, while building strong relationships across the University.

You will operate with discretion in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple priorities, and contribute to an inclusive, flexible working culture offering hybrid arrangements and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience providing executive support to senior leaders.
• Ability to manage complex diaries and prioritise conflicting demands.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex and ever-changing diaries and inboxes.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and service committees.
• Plan, organise and support a range of events.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide proactive, discreet support to ensure the smooth running of the Executive's office.

Skills

Diary management

Meeting coordination

Stakeholder management

Event planning

Discretion and professionalism

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to support a member of the Senior Executive Team. You will manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings, service committees, and plan events, while building strong relationships across the University.

You will operate with discretion in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple priorities, and contribute to an inclusive, flexible working culture offering hybrid arrangements and professional development