Personal Assistant to the Director of HR

Personal Assistant to the Director of HR Oxford, England

University of Oxford
Full Time Oxford, England 31502 - 37386 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.
We have an exciting opportunity to be involved at the heart of the University’s business working in the central Human Resources department as Personal Assistant to the Director of Human Resources. This is an important and responsible post where you will play a key role in helping the Director to conduct their activities in a timely and efficient manner.
This is a part-time position working four days per week – Monday - Thursday.
What We Offer
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
  • An excellent contributory pension scheme
  • 38 days annual leave
  • A comprehensive range of childcare services
  • Family leave schemes
  • Cycle loan scheme
  • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
  • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
About the Role
You will deliver a high level of direct support for the Director, proactively dealing with a wide range of matters, sometimes highly confidential and/or urgent, while demonstrating initiative and sound judgement, especially when the Director is unavailable. You will carry responsibility for the effective day-to-day organisation of the Director’s business and will be expected to work closely with other staff with whom the Director interacts on a day-to-day basis.
About You
You will have experience in personal/executive assistant support to senior management including complex diary management, organisation and travel arrangements.
You will have excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to write concisely, proficient in proofreading and excellent attention to detail.
You will also have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate sensitively, tactfully with discretion and confidentiality.
Application Process
You will be required to upload a one-page supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application, please note referees will only be contacted at the point of offer and with your agreement.
In your supporting statement please address each point on the selection criteria.
Only applications received before 12:00pm midday on Wednesday 31 May 2023 can be considered.

Personal Assistant to the Director of HR
University of Oxford

www.ox.ac.uk
Oxford, United Kingdom
Christopher Francis Patten
$500 million to $1 billion (USD)
501 to 1000 Employees
College / University
Colleges & Universities
Education
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