Personal Assistant (Executive Support)

About the role

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to a senior member of the Executive Team. This role sits within a collaborative PA community and offers a varied, fast‑paced environment at the heart of the university.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complex, ever‑changing diaries and email inboxes.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and support committee work.
• Plan, organise and support a range of university events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Anticipate priorities and deliver proactive administrative support to ensure smooth office operations.

Required profile

• Confident, adaptable professional who thrives in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent organisational abilities with a keen eye for detail.
• Outstanding communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities discreetly.

Required skills

What we offer

• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays and university Christmas closure.
• Hybrid working model – three days on campus, two days remote.
• Professional development opportunities and clear career progression.
• Comprehensive benefits package including gym discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, retail discounts, generous pension and employee assistance programme.