Sandhurst Trust
Executive Assistant & Board Coordinator
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About Sandhurst Trust
Sandhurst Trust exists to drive the ambitions of RMAS through philanthropic investment, strategic partnerships and the engagement and mobilisation of our 50,000 global alumni community. Our work is focused on securing the Academy’s future as a cornerstone British institution, supporting its ability to develop exceptional leaders for the Army, the nation and the world.
Sandhurst Trust is an ambitious and collaborative organisation, entering an important new phase of growth. This role will be at the heart of progress, working closely with the CEO, Trustees and wider team, to help create the strong foundations from which our ambitions can grow.
About the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
For over 200 years, RMAS has cultivated a highly respected global reputation as one of the world’s preeminent leadership academies. This is owing to its rich history, exacting standards, high profile alumni and its enduring links to allied nations and world leaders.
Every officer in the British Army trains at this Academy and they continue to return for life-long learning and leadership development.
Leadership excellence is the hallmark of Sandhurst. We are committed to producing servant leaders for a modern world. Leaders who will go on to have a profound and lasting impact in times of peace, in times of conflict, on the battlefield and far beyond, impacting society at large.
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This is a pivotal role at the heart of Sandhurst Trust, providing trusted and proactive support to the CEO while helping to ensure the Board, leadership team and wider organisation operate effectively and seamlessly. You will bring exceptional organisation, judgement and attention to detail to everything you do — anticipating needs, coordinating priorities and ensuring that important things happen at the right time.
You will work closely with the CEO, managing their diary, meetings, travel and external engagements, preparing materials and ensuring actions and priorities are followed up. You will also coordinate the annual Trustee Board and committee cycle, including agendas, papers, meeting logistics, records, decisions and action tracking, and act as a key point of contact for Trustees and senior stakeholders.
Alongside this, you will coordinate the onboarding of new team members, ensuring systems, equipment, access and induction arrangements are in place, and support the organisation of team meetings, away days and other internal activities. You will also oversee the practical running of the office, including facilities, equipment and supplies, while identifying opportunities to improve administrative processes, make better use of digital tools and support more efficient ways of working.
Personal Specification
- Highly organised and methodical, with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and competing demands effectively.
- Strong admin and coordination skills, with a focus on accuracy and follow-through.
- Experience coordinating meetings involving senior stakeholders, including preparation of agendas, papers, logistics and follow-up actions.
- Digitally confident and curious, with the ability to learn new systems quickly and identify opportunities to use technology to improve efficiency and ways of working.
- Ability to work confidently and professionally with trustees and senior stakeholders.
- Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with a high level of integrity, discretion and professional judgement.
- Proactive, positive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to anticipate needs and take action without requiring detailed instruction.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to a small, close-working team.
- Reliable, adaptable and willing to undertake a broad range of responsibilities.
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Desirable Criteria
- Experience of/links with the British Army
- Experience within a fundraising, charity, educational institution
- An understanding of the role and responsibilities of Trustees within a charity.
Other
Strong commitment to the Trust’s mission and the community it supports.
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