HR & Governance Executive Assistant

Are you looking to undertake a meaningful role that also helps improve the lives of people in our local communities? Do you pride yourself on being people orientated, highly organised and a team player? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you with our newly created HR & Governance Executive Assistant role. We are looking for a skilled administrator to join us to support the People team as well as providing comprehensive governance support to the CEO, Executive Leadership Team and our Trustees. This is a unique role and needs someone who enjoys being busy, proactive, part of a team and making a real, positive difference as well as having fun!,

• Supporting the end-to-end recruitment process of new staff (and volunteers)


• Providing excellent administrative support both for the HR, Governance and Volunteering teams.


• Collaborating and working effectively with colleagues, managers and Trustees.


• Supporting the wider efforts of the People and Governance Teams to deliver the best services possible to all our customers., We provide various services and activities within the community, helping people, their families and carers by providing opportunities for people to stay independent, have fun, socialise and build friendships. We also deliver some services for people over 18. We offer rewarding roles, flexibility and the chance to be part of an amazing team.


Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove.

We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best. so please contact us should you require any adjustments to allow you to apply/undertake your role.


• An experienced Administrator ideally having worked in an HR Team


• Someone who approaches each day with a 'can-do', positive attitude.


• Excellent organisational, written and verbal communication skills.


• Great IT skills with the ability to use Microsoft 365 and different databases


• A confident, resilient, highly organised person.


• Someone who enjoys being part of a hardworking, flexible and fun team.


• Occasional evening work may be required to attend board meetings.


Why Join Us?

You will be part of a friendly and successful People team (covering both HR and volunteering) dedicated to ensuring people have the best experience working within Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove. Every day is an opportunity to make a real, positive difference for our colleagues, communities and older people.

This is a hybrid position and can be based from any of our centres (Bognor Regis, Haywards Heath, Horsham or Brighton) minimum 3 days a week, with the option to work from home on a regular basis.

If you feel passionate about this role but don't meet all the skills but have the right values, we still encourage you to contact us. We value enthusiasm and hard work, and we would love to discuss how you can contribute to our mission., Should you be successful, you will be subject to a variety of checks, including DBS and references.

At AUKWSBH we value our people and as such our staff benefits include:

· Flexible Working Option

· Ongoing professional training and development

· 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff)

· Eligible for Blue Light discount scheme

· BUPA Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

· Cycle to Work scheme

· 4% auto enrolment pension with Life Assurance

About AUKWSBH

As a charity, we are known for our excellent work with older people in the UK. We are an ageing population, and many older people have no one else but us. We are passionate about inspiring and enabling people over 50 to Love Later Life.