Skoll Centre Executive Assistant

The Skoll Centre, which sits within Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford, has a 20-year history of equipping entrepreneurial leaders for impact within and beyond business. As the Executive Assistant to the Academic Director and Deputy Director, you will be instrumental in helping the Skoll Centre fulfil its mission. This dynamic role requires proactive operational and administrative support, ensuring smooth, high-level interactions across diverse stakeholders, both within and outside of the University.,

• Provide proactive, high-quality administrative support, including diary management, meeting organisation and travel coordination.
• Accompany the Academic Director and Deputy Director in stakeholder meetings, preparing follow-up documents and managing communications.
• Serve as the Centre's first point of contact, handling a range of queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Support internal and external consultants and advisors, coordinating project support as needed.
  
  You will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, a structured approach to managing multiple tasks, and the ability to prioritise effectively across varied assignments, even during busy periods. You should be a proactive problem-solver with strong written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in drafting documents and proofreading.
  
  At Saïd Business School we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to our team. Join us to build a brighter, more equitable future, where we celebrate diversity, advance equity, and nurture inclusion across everything we do.
We offer very generous benefits, some of which are:
• Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme
• Discounted bus travel
• Subsidised onsite catering
• Cycle loan scheme
• Plus, many other University benefits