Executive Assistant

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Director of Development and Campaigns (Fundraising) at a prestigious higher‑education institution. The role is fast‑paced, hybrid and requires exceptional organisational ability, sound judgement and discretion.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a complex diary and inbox, coordinating meetings and commitments.
• Organise meetings, prepare agendas, papers and take minutes.
• Draft, proofread and format correspondence, presentations and reports.
• Arrange travel itineraries and related logistics.
• Act as first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support budget administration, expenses, purchase orders and invoice processing.
• Maintain accurate records, filing systems and databases.
• Assist with team administration, onboarding and meeting coordination.
• Support relationship‑management activities through record‑keeping and follow‑up communications.

Required profile

• Significant experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant supporting senior leaders.
• Experience within higher education, fundraising, charity or similarly complex organisations is advantageous.
• Proven ability to manage complex diaries and multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Outlook
• Advanced Microsoft Word
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a respected and collaborative higher‑education environment.
• Varied and interesting role supporting senior leadership.
• Hybrid working arrangement with office days on Tuesdays and Thursdays and additional attendance as needed.