The Manchester Metropolitan University
Executive PA
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Executive Personal Assistant (PA)
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Manchester Metropolitan University for an enthusiastic and proactive Executive Personal Assistant (PA) to support a member(s) of the Senior Executive Team within the University. This is a position where the right individual can make a difference in a vibrant, busy and fulfilling environment, joining a team of PAs working collaboratively to provide a high level of service to our senior leaders.
About The Role
The Executive Personal Assistant is a pivotal role, providing confidential, efficient and effective high-level administration support to the academic Senior Executive in the University's Leadership Team.
You will work within a great team of Executive PAs and take a proactive approach to ensure that all tasks are completed to the highest standard whilst assisting with the coordination and management of higher-level administrative tasks in line with the University's strategic plans.
About You
This is a challenging, fast-paced and varied role that requires a proactive individual. You will have excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and a high level of literacy and numeracy. Applicants should also be able to exercise discretion, develop solutions to complex problems, and excel in working collaboratively with colleagues across the University.
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What We Offer
- A generous holiday package which includes 25 days per year holiday (increases with service) and bank holidays plus Christmas shutdown
- Hybrid working – 3 days on campus, 2 days working from home (subject to business need)
- Salary progression
- A range of additional reward opportunities
- A fantastic range of benefits, offers and perks, including discounted gym membership, travel benefits such as our cycle to work scheme, local and national discounts and our employee assistance programme
How To Apply
To apply, please submit your CV via the online portal, ensuring that you include details of your experience of:
- Managing complex diaries and competing priorities
- Prioritising a varied and complex workload
- Building stakeholder relationships
Further Information
Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
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We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.
Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.
Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.
This vacancy is expected to attract a high volume of applications. Therefore, under the Disability Confident Scheme, only disabled people who apply under the scheme and best meet the essential criteria will be offered an interview.
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