EA within Nursing/Research

We have an exciting temporary position to cover a maternity leave EA type role within the Nursing, Midwifery section. The role would initially be for 3 months with a possible extension. Ideally it would be great to appoint someone in the role mid January to start immediately. The EA will provide high quality personal and administrative assistance to senior members of the Faculty, including the Executive Dean. This will involve drafting correspondence on their behalf, diary management, initiating and coordinating small projects, and making recommendations and taking autonomous decisions when needed. The post holder will be further responsible for administrative support to a number of governance committees, which will involve planning agendas, collating papers, taking minutes, and internal and external liaison.

The post holder will contribute to the day-to-day delivery and administration of operational and business functions within the Faculty.

Essential criteria

Degree level qualification or relevant experience.

Experience working in Higher Education.

Experience working in research administration, with the ability to understand funding, grants and research projects.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a high standard of English.

Personal or executive assistance experience.

Excellent administrative skills.

Highly proficient IT skills (including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Ability to prepare and support meetings and committees, including the coordination and distribution of papers and taking notes or minutes.

Ability to draft documents and correspondence.

Ability to deal with a wide variety of people, from external stakeholders to senior level individuals and students, in a professional, respectful and assured manner.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Ability to demonstrate a proactive, methodical, flexible approach to work, with excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.

Complex diary management in Microsoft Outlook.

Good organisational and time management skills, in order to handle a large volume of work with tight deadlines.

Ability to use initiative and make informed decisions.

If this is the role for you, then apply today! Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Adecco is an equal opportunities provider.