Governance Administrator
Goldsmiths, University of London, New Cross, Lewisham
Governance Administrator
£31033
Goldsmiths, University of London, New Cross, Lewisham
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 12 Dec | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 333edd58ddd44a1d89ca32bfb36985f3
Full Job Description
which supports good governance for Goldsmiths and ensures compliance with itsmany statutory and regulatory responsibilities.Reporting into the Head of Secretariat, this is a great opportunity to join a highereducation institution that offers a hybrid working environment, great opportunities forprofessional development. The role holder will work closely with members of the teamassisting in diary management, email management and governance functions.We are looking for a dynamic and keen Governance Administrator to join our smallfriendly and busy team. This is a varied role that is part of a team that works closelywith Council members and the Senior Management Team to ensure that our mostsenior decision-making meetings operate to a high-standard, fulfil their statutory andregulatory duties and deliver on Council's ambitions for improved and streamlinedprocesses. This role will also provide some administrative support to the legal team., We are looking for a dynamic and keen Governance Assistant to join our small friendlyand busy team. This is a varied role that is part of a team that works closely withCouncil members and the Senior Management Team to ensure that our most seniordecision-making meetings operate to a high-standard, fulfil their statutory andregulatory duties and deliver on Council's ambitions for improved and streamlinedprocesses. This role will also provide some administrative support to the legal team.Main duties:
- To support the Chair of Council and the University Secretary with administrative duties, including planning and diary management, as well as monitoring schedule of meetings and sub-committees as necessary.To provide administrative support to the directorate including: - Assisting with organising and management of Council and committee meetings, seminars and other adhoc meetings as directed. - To proactively manage files, diaries and in-boxes, and processes relevant to website and intranet pages, corporate registers, and distribution lists.
- To support Council and committee recruitment processes, by arranging, developing, and maintaining programmes for induction, recruitment, and training.
- Management of relevant financial procedures including, purchase orders, expense claims and their associated processes. This includes budget oversight.
- To collaborate with colleagues across the College to ensure the smooth running of meetings and other sessions.
- To assist in the continuous improvement of the governance processes.
- To proactively ensure that documents and folders are well-maintained and filed efficiently.
- You will be required to undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required
- Ensure that you are aware of and aligned with Goldsmiths' Regulations, Strategy, and Objectives to work together to proactively advance Equality and Diversity
- At all times to help maintain a safe working environment by participating in training as necessary and following the Goldsmiths' Health and Safety Codes of Practice
- Competitive salary
- Working in Zone 2, with fantastic transport links and interest free travel to work loans
- Excellent annual leave entitlement plus additional closure days at Christmas and Easter
- Membership of USS or LPFA pension scheme, dependent upon grade
- Maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave and pay
- Contractual sick pay provision
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7/365 confidential and free advice, support, and information service on a range of personal, family, or workrelated matters.
- Free eye tests
- Cycle to work scheme
- Wellbeing initiatives including the Chaplaincy and Staff Choir
- On-site dining facilities
- Access to University of London facilities such as Senate House Library
- Membership of Staff Diversity Networks: (Dis)Ability, Goldsmiths Race Equality Group, LGBTQ+, Menopause, Parents and Carers, Women at Goldsmiths. (Staff are also encouraged to join networks as Allies should they wish to do so rather than as members)
Degree or (or equivalent experience) A, I Essential Criteria 2 - Experience Experience of meeting stakeholders' needs and expectations A, I Experience of resolving queries efficiently, escalating where appropriate A, I Demonstrable experience of provision of administration support and / or A, I diary management. Desirable Criteria 2 - Experience Experience of dealing with a wide range of stakeholders by telephone, A, I email and face-to-face. Essential Criteria 3 - Knowledge Exceptional time management skills, including the ability to manage a A, I number of competing priorities. Adopt a flexible approach to working which suits the business needs. A, I Excellent attention to detail and the ability to contribute to a high A, I standard of work. The ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. A, I Desirable Criteria 3 - Knowledge Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion, and to A, I act in a professional manner at all times. Excellent written and oral communication skills (written, oral and A, I listening), Ability to converse appropriately with a variety of audiences and be able to handle sensitive information in a diplomatic manner. Essential Criteria 4 - Skills Ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders in a professional and A, I assured manner Proactive with the ability to work independently as well as delivering A, I within a team Methodical, detail oriented and flexible in their approach to work, A, I maintaining a high level of accuracy Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work to deadlines Desirable Criteria 4 - Skills Good communication skills and ability to draft accurate correspondence A, I which concisely conveys complex information. Comfortable with adapting to change, driving own professional A, I development Good IT skills across the Microsoft Office suite and a willingness to A, I learn new packages as required
Goldsmiths, University of London, is a world-leading centre of educational excellencewhere ground-breaking research meets innovative teaching and thinking. We'relooking for inspiring and talented people to help build on our global reputation whilealso growing personally in a true learning organisation.As a college we are working to tackle inequality in all its forms and are working topromote equality on grounds of race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexualorientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy andmaternity, and caring responsibilities. We are keen to attract candidates from diversebackgrounds who share our commitment to creating an inclusive culture in which all