Executive Assistant to Head of Department

3 weeks ago


Oxford, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.

The department of Experimental Psychology are seeking a forward thinking, enthusiastic and professional Executive Assistant to manage the administrative office of, and be dedicated to, Professor Matthew Rushworth who is currently Head of Department as well as Head of his own research group. The Head of Department’s office is the central office for the strategic management of the Department.

Currently located in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, we will be moving to the new, purpose-built Life and Mind Building a multidisciplinary research and teaching facility due to open in 2024.

To be successful in this role you will have extensive experience of managing the office of a senior member of staff. You will also have flawless time management and organisational skills, be an excellent communicator, have high level IT skills with an interest in the use of digital technologies and have a flexible approach to work. Experience of working within a higher education or research environment would be an advantage.

What We Offer

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

- 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
- Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
- This role also offers the opportunity for hybrid working.

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