Executive Assistant to the Head of School of Biology and Faculty Pro Dean International

Executive Assistant to the Head of School and Faculty Pro Dean Faculty of Biological Sciences Are you looking for an interesting, challenging and diverse role where your interpersonal and organisational skills will contribute to the smooth-running of the Faculty of Biological Sciences? As Executive Assistant to the Head of School of Biology and Faculty Pro Dean International you will be responsible for the day-to-day administrative support. This will include scheduling complex meetings with international colleagues across times zones and travel itineraries. This post will also support the Pro Dean to deliver faculty wide project work, organise events and service committee meetings. As the first point of contact for external partners, you will have significant experience as a Personal/Executive Assistant to senior management with excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills. You will have a willingness to learn new skills and accept new responsibilities and be able to work effectively both independently and as part of the Faculty EA Team. By being largely self-directed in your day-to-day work, you will demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility and initiative in all aspects of the role. With a diplomatic and discreet approach, you will be skilled at managing a complex workload including electronic diary and correspondence management. This is a role that spans the activities of the Faculty of Biological Sciences and external partners. This post will appeal if you are looking for a busy and varied role.

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) - That's 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!