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Executive Assistant and Senior Administrator

Cambridge
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Executive Assistant and Senior Administrator

Ever wanted to work in an institution that is home to one of the world's great collections of cultural treasures and research materials?

Spanning thousands of years of human thought and discovery, Cambridge University Libraries and Archives house unique treasures and research materials made up of nearly ten million books, maps, manuscripts, photographs and priceless objects.

The role

Are you a proactive, highly organised professional with a passion for driving operational excellence and supporting senior leadership? We're looking for a confident and capable individual to provide executive support by coordinating, implementing and overseeing administrative procedures for the University Librarian's Strategic Support Office to ensure the efficient and effective management of time and workflow.

As An Executive Assistant And Senior Coordinator, You Will

  • Act as secretary to committees/meetings, organise meetings, prepare agenda and write minutes, assist with the drafting of documents such as reports and papers on various issues, give advice on matters of policy and procedures as required.

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  • Organise VIP visits and events such as meetings, seminars, and provide administrative support including the preparation of documents and responding to enquiries.

  • Provide administrative and EA support to senior staff including diary management, manage daily incoming information, circulate and respond to information, make potentially complicated travel arrangements, coordinate induction programmes for new staff as required, handle expenses claims, coordinate staff briefings and manage administrative projects.

The role will also provide resilience and cover to the Executive Assistant and Administrator in the team if needed.

What we are looking for

  • An experienced Executive Assistant/Senior Administrator who is used to working in a matrix environment with multiple people/teams in a multifunctional administrative role.

  • Experience of managing the time of others and supporting senior leaders to maximise their time.

  • A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office package (e.g. Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook) with string accuracy and attention to detail.

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  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage their time effectively, prioritising a diverse and changing workload.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What we offer

  • Flexible working conditions

  • Hybrid working can be discussed but there is an expectation that this role is largely onsite

  • Generous annual leave allowance of 36 days.

  • Exceptional parental leave (including maternity, paternity / co-parent, adoption and shared parental leave).

  • Discounts on major retailers.

  • Professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships and access to a variety of training courses.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Please quote reference VE50206 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Skills

Organisational Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Microsoft Office
Diary Management
Administrative Support
Event Organisation
Document Preparation
Policy Advice
Time Management
Travel Arrangements
Meeting Coordination
Minute Taking
Staff Induction Coordination
Expense Handling
Project Management

Location

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

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