Executive Assistant to Head of Division

2 weeks ago


Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Executive Assistant with sound administrative and project management experience to support Professor Gavin Screaton, Head of the Medical Sciences Division.


You will be responsible for providing high quality, effective administrative and secretarial support with an exceptional level of organisational ability and efficient time management skills.

You will be confident in making decisions and regularly using your judgement and initiative to prioritise and manage a varied workload in an efficient manner.


A positive and flexible attitude is important, together with a proactive approach to the demands of supporting a senior manager with a busy and complex workload.

You will have the ability to work well in a team environment, as well as having the competence and confidence to work independently.

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees' wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

  • Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)
  • An excellent contributory pension scheme
  • 38 days annual leave
  • A comprehensive range of childcare services
  • Family leave schemes
  • Cycle loan scheme
  • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
This is a full-time permanent post with hybrid working options available

The University is committed to equality and valuing diversity.
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