Executive Assistant / Office Manager

Do you thrive in fast-moving environments where every day brings variety? Are you proactive, adaptable, and motivated by supporting senior leadership? Signature Recruitment are working with our client, a well-known London university to recruit an Executive Assistant / Office Manager on a two-year fixed-term contract.

This is a full-time role, hybrid with two days per week on campus. The role starts in autumn and offers a salary between £40,000 and £45,000 per annum, including London allowance. You'll play a central role in supporting the a Dean and senior leadership team, combining high-level executive support with operational delivery. The role will involve managing diaries, coordinating meetings, and ensuring actions and projects are joined up across the wider team. It's an exciting opportunity to contribute to an evolving initiative focused on growth, collaboration, and long-term impact.

You'll also benefit from excellent training and professional development opportunities, gaining exposure to strategic delivery, operational leadership, and project management at a globally recognised institution. Most importantly, you'll be part of a dynamic start-up phase, working closely with senior leadership and making a meaningful impact from day one.

• Provide executive support to the Dean and senior team, including diary and meeting management
• Coordinate governance, programme boards, and project reporting processes
• Oversee operational administration, ensuring priorities and actions are delivered on time
• Support project delivery by maintaining plans, tracking progress, and escalating risks
• Prepare clear communications, reports, and briefing papers for senior audiences
• Act as a central point of contact for academics, partners, and internal teams
• Contribute ideas, connect information, and support the development of a collaborative culture

• Proven experience in executive or business support within Higher Education or a complex organisation
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, adaptable across audiences
• Confident working with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership and external partners

This is a rare opportunity to join a new and growing team at the heart of a globally recognised university. You'll gain experience across executive support, operational leadership, and project delivery, while contributing to an initiative with global relevance.

If this sounds like your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you - apply today!

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