PA to Senior Academic

Are you an experienced PA looking to join a highly regarded organisation in the Higher Education sector?

We have registered a very interesting temporary role, in which you will be running the office of a senior team member. For the right candidate, there is potential for the role to become permanent following the successful completion of the temporary assignment.

You will need to be able to hit the ground running and be able to use your fabulous communication and organisational skills to provide first class support.

Please note, this is a full-time temporary position paid on a weekly PAYE basis. Please only apply for this role if you are available immediately.

Temporary PA to Senior Academic Responsibilities

• Complex diary management and organisation of international travel
• Day-to-day office administration including managing emails, drafting correspondence and managing the diary, using initiative and discretion to make considered judgements
• Drafting correspondence
• Coordinate and supporting meetings/committees, including drafting and circulating Minutes, Agendas, and key documentation for meetings
• Ensure that the Senior Academic is prepared for all meetings and appointments by way of summaries, reminders, and/or briefings
• Researching and preparing reports or briefing papers for the Senior Academic and other senior staff
• Assisting with the co-ordination and management of prestigious and high profile events

Temporary PA to Senior Academic Rewards

Alongside a competitive hourly rate, you will receive the following benefits:

• Holiday pay
• Free lunches
• Valuable experience in a highly regarded organisation

The Company

The client has a quality focused approach, and they are looking for the ideal temporary worker to embrace their company ethos. You will be working within an educational establishment who uphold a well-recognised reputation.

Temporary PA to Senior Academic Requirements

• Experience of managing the office of a senior member of staff, preferably (but not necessarily) in a higher education and/or charitable organisation
• Experience of complex diary management and travel arrangements
• Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to deal with a wide  range of internal colleagues and external contacts tactfully and efficiently
• Good written communication skills and the ability to draft correspondence and reports
• Good judgement and the ability to deal appropriately with confidential information, including handling sensitive situations, with tact
• Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Able to prioritise effectively and plan ahead

• A co-operative and collaborative attitude
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office, Excel, email etc.) and the capacity to pick up new systems quickly.

Location

The client is based in Oxford, OX1. There is no available parking onsite, however there are excellent public transport links. This is an office-based role.

The working hours are Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

Apply today, either online or directly to:

Catherine Stokes| Allen Associates |(url removed)

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