Executive Assistant to the President & Vice Chancellor

The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced and confident Executive Assistant to support the President & Chancellor in a fast-paced role, working at the most senior level of the University. The role involves all areas of executive support, including diary and event management, project work and meetings support, and playing a proactive role as a key member of the Executive Board support team.  

About you

You will be educated to degree level/equivalent or have appropriate relevant experience, preferably with knowledge of higher education. You will have excellent proven communication skills and be pro-active in planning and managing a varied workload, including diary and event management and project support. You will be confident in liaising with senior colleagues and be able to prioritise and problem solve quickly. 

If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Twinkle Brahmbhatt, Senior Resourcing Adviser via email at USGstaffrecruitment@arts.ac.uk or 020 7514 2965. 

We are UAL

University of the Arts London is the world’s second University for Art and Design in the QS World University Rankings® 2022. Our diverse and talented community comprises over 5,000 academic, professional, and technical staff. Together we are committed to social purpose. This includes creating a better and more sustainable world and championing race equality.

We offer highly creative working environments that inspire staff across all areas to fulfil their potential and continuous training to further develop their skills and expertise. We also offer hybrid and flexible working practices, and excellent staff benefits to improve your work life balance.

Our culture

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

Candidates are advised to submit applications early.