Executive Support Administrator

3 weeks ago


Glasgow, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time

**Job Purpose**
Working as part of the Estates Planning and Administration Team within the Executive and Leadership Support group, and reporting to the Executive Support Lead, the post holder will contribute to the delivery of a professional business support service to the Directorate's Executive and Leadership teams, planning work schedules, itinerary and commitments to optimise time, mitigate competing business demands and support senior colleagues effectively fulfil business priorities and meet organisational deadlines.

**Main Duties and Responsibilities**
1. Provide professional administrative business support to members of the Executive and Leadership Teams, filtering and managing enquiries on their behalf, owning appropriate enquiries and ensuring timely and appropriate responses.
2. Provide high quality committee support for a number of Directorate and University committees including working with Convenors to agree agenda content, collate and disseminate papers and attending meetings to clerk and record accurate minutes.
3. Undertake preliminary research, data and information gathering from a wide range of internal and external sources, frequently acting independently to respond on behalf of senior colleagues.
4. Undertake extensive and complex diary management, meeting co-ordination and administration, travel planning and event/project management.
5. Schedule and co-ordinate external meetings and events.
6. Prepare professional business documents, presentations, reports and correspondence using standard formats, gathering data and information from University systems and external sources.
7. Collaborate and liaise with a diverse network of internal and external colleagues and associates with whom members of the Executive and Leadership work, engaging in positive and productive communication and negotiation to ensure joint business requirements are met.
8. To administer information, records and documents, much of which will be confidential in nature, in line with best practice, University records management protocols and relevant General Data Protection Regulations, ensuring appropriate storage, archiving and destruction as per agreed retention schedules.
9. To assist in other areas of Directorate Support Services in the event of absence or increased service demand.

**Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience**

**Knowledge/Qualifications**

**Essential**:
A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 5 or 6 (National 5 or 6, Scottish Vocational Qualification level 2 or 3) or equivalent, and experience of personal development in a similar role or ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills in a similar role.
A2 High degree of computer literacy particularly in the use of Microsoft Office.

**Desirable**:
B1 European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL).

**Skills**

**Essential**:
C1 Excellent administrative skills.
C2 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
C3 Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills with the ability to effectively prioritise and manage workload.
C4 Able to work independently with mínimal supervision and to work flexibly with colleagues.
C5 Able to manage and prioritise a range of complex task with competing demands to meet tight deadlines.
C6 Proactive flexible approach and ability to cope with the varying demands of the role.
C7 Exercise tact, diplomacy and discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.

**Desirable**:
D1 Ability to utilise a range of software and systems such as Visio.

**Experience**

**Essential**:
E1 Proven, relevant administrative experience and demonstrable success in the provision of high-quality, professional business or PA services.
E2 Experience of supporting senior colleagues with a large portfolio of responsibility.
E3 Demonstrable relevant experience in planning, organising and optimising senior colleague work schedules.
E4 Demonstrable experience in the management of confidential and sensitive information and the ability to conduct business with absolute discretion and diplomacy.
E5 Experience in clerking a range of committees and boards working with Convenors to compile agenda and papers and working independently to produce concise, accurate minutes and action trackers.
E6 Experience in the use of Microsoft Office effectively.
E7 Experience of working effectively with multiple stakeholders and collaborating across organisational boundaries to achieve goals and objectives.

**Desirable**:
F1 Experience of working within the Higher Education Sector.
F2 Experienced in the use of Microsoft SharePoint.

**Terms and Conditions**

Salary will be Grade 4, £22,681 - £25,138 per annum.

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and open ended (permanent).

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellenc


  • Bid Support Executive

    4 weeks ago


    Glasgow, United Kingdom IDOX plc Full time

    **Bid Support Executive** **Corporate Services, Bid team** **Glasgow, Office and Home-based working supported** **About the role** This is a superb opportunity to join Idox as a Bid Support Executive. This is an entry level role within the Bids team and provides a great platform to build a career within Bids. With your keen eye for detail and ability...


  • Glasgow, United Kingdom Park Circus Group Full time

    Vacancy: Rights Administration Executive **Permanent, Full-time position** **Based in either London or Glasgow** **Salary Range: £21,000 - £25,000 p.a. (dependent on experience and location)** **About Park Circus** Park Circus is a global film distributor with offices in Glasgow, London, Los Angeles and Paris, with a sales presence in Australia,...

  • Executive Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Glasgow, United Kingdom Guild Capital Full time

    **About Guild Capital** - Guild Capital_ is an early-stage venture capital firm. We typically back founders in the US, UK, and India as their first institutional investor. Our aim is to become the trusted partner of our portfolio companies by actively supporting them in developing high-growth strategies, architecting high-performance teams, and raising...


  • Glasgow, United Kingdom CCA Recruitment Group Full time

    **Are you looking to work on a Part Time basis between 21-28 hours per week 3/5 days?** I am recruiting for a Executive Administrator who will report to the HR director within financial services business. **What your role will involve**: - Minute taking of approved minutes and circulating these via correct channels in line with quality, legal and...


  • Glasgow, United Kingdom Coffee Service Group Full time

    **About us**: Being one of the largest coffee roasters in the world, there's no surprise that Tchibo Coffee is the coffee provider for all businesses. Whether it's a hotel chain, an independent café or an educational facility, Tchibo can guarantee all our efforts, experience and expertise will go into finding the perfect coffee solution for our...


  • Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Law Support Full time

    We are seeking an Administrator for our client a law firm based in Glasgow. In this position you will be responsible for the providing legal administration to a team of lawyers. Duties will include data entry/updating the firms database, preparing and filing forms, assisting with the preparation of invoices, working closely with the lawyers, monitoring email...


  • Glasgow, United Kingdom Reed Business Support Full time

    **Property Admin Assistant - Glasgow** **Salary - £23000** **Key Responsibilities include** - Acting as the main point of contact for customer telephone queries - Liaising with Property Managers to resolve these queries quickly and efficiently - Arrange basic repairs, access to buildings etc - Building and maintaining relationships with customers and...

  • Executive Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Glasgow, United Kingdom Russell Tobin Full time

    **Executive Assistant** My client is a global, cloud-based software company, specializing in human capital management. Looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Glasgow office **Role Description** Based in our Glasgow office your primary focus will be to provide efficient and pro-active support to a busy CMO. The role will include a...

  • Administrator

    4 weeks ago


    Glasgow, United Kingdom Reed Business Support Full time

    **New to Market - Academic Administrator - Glasgow** **Salary - £20000 - £24000 DOE** **Key Responsibilities include** - All admin related to COSCA Certificate Course in Counselling Skills(Approx 100 students) - All admin related to SCOTACS Diploma Course in CBT (Approx 200 students per year) - Helping to organise Graduation Ceremony and Ball each year -...


  • Glasgow, United Kingdom Office Angels Full time

    Job Title: Administrative Support Assistant Industry: Property Contract Type: Permanent Salary Range: £25,000 per year Working Pattern: Full Time - 9.00-17.00 Are you an organised and efficient individual looking for a new challenge in the property industry? Our client, a leading property company, is seeking an enthusiastic Administrative Support...


  • Glasgow, United Kingdom University of Strathclyde Full time

    **Salary Range**: £25,742 - £28,759 **FTE**:1.0 (35 hours/week) **Term**: Fixed Term (31 March 2027) **Closing Date**:10/03/2024 The Fraser of Allander Institute, within the Department of Economics, Strathclyde Business School, wish to appoint a Project Support Administrator to work in their busy research unit. This post is an exciting opportunity to...


  • Glasgow, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time

    **Job Purpose** To provide comprehensive research management support, administration and process advice and guidance to Project Co-ordinators and Principal Investigators across the college, fostering a strong customer service culture. To be the main point of contact between College staff and University Services Research Support Office staff to clarify, and...


  • Glasgow, United Kingdom Systal Technology Solutions Full time

    **BUSINESS SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR** **GLASGOW** Systal is a global managed network and security service and transformation specialist. We consult, deploy, and integrate multi-vendor technologies which help enterprise businesses maximize the security and value of their complex IT infrastructure. Across our 24/7 Network and Security Operations Centre’s, we...

  • Executive Pa

    6 days ago


    Glasgow, United Kingdom Meraki Talent Limited Full time

    Executive PA Permanent, Full-time Glasgow, Hybrid £35,000-£40,000 DOE Start date within 4 weeks Meraki Talent are engaged with a leading global manufacturing company to appoint an experienced Executive Assistant to their Glasgow team on a full-time permanant basis. This opportunity offers a hybrid working model and an excellent salary depending on...


  • Glasgow, United Kingdom Search Consultancy Full time

    Operations Support Administrator (6 month Fixed Term Contract) Glasgow £18,000 - £20,000 Are you looking to kick start your career as an administrator? My client in Shawlands is looking for recent school leavers that have a willingness to learn to join their growing team. The position is initially based on a rolling fixed term contract. Howeverthere is...

  • Executive Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Glasgow, United Kingdom Pertemps Network Group Full time

    **Job Description**: Our client, a highly respected Public Sector establishment, based in Glasgow city centre, require an Executive Assistant on a temporary basis for 3 to 6 months. The salary for the position is £14.86 per hour, working Monday to Friday 37 hours per week. Working from home predominantly but some office working in Glasgow city centre will...


  • Glasgow, United Kingdom Search Consultancy Full time

    **Sales Support Administrator** **Glasgow** **£23,000 - £26,000 DOE** Do you want to work in a thriving business and contribute to huge projects? Mon - Fri: - 09:00 - 17:00 - 35 hours Main duties include: - Liaising with suppliers/manufacturers, re-pricing and sourcing to ensure project requirements are met - Preparing customer quotation for...


  • Glasgow, United Kingdom Reed Business Support Full time

    **Onboarding Assistant, Glasgow City Centre (Part Time - 3 days)** **Salary - Circa £23000 (Pro Rata) DOE** Working with one of Glasgow’s long established independent Accountancy firms **Key Responsibilities include** - Assist with client onboarding - Administrative tasks - Answering phones and assisting fee earners - Secretarial duties - First point...

  • Executive Assistant

    4 days ago


    Glasgow, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time

    **Job Purpose** In this post you will act as Executive Assistant to the Head of School and to the Head of Professional Services. You will ensure a comprehensive range of senior administrative support is delivered to the Head of School, Head of Professional Services and Senior Management Team to assist with the implementation of School Research and Teaching...

  • Executive Assistant

    7 days ago


    Glasgow, United Kingdom University of Strathclyde Full time

    **Salary Range**:£31,396 - £34,980 **FTE**:1.0 (35 hours) **Term**: Open Contract **Closing Date**:Sunday 20 August 2023 A post has arisen in Strathclyde Business School for a motivated and enthusiastic Executive Assistant (EA). The EA will work closely with the Executive Dean, Vice-Deans, and the Faculty Manager to support the work of the senior...