Executive Administration Officer

This is an exciting opportunity at the University of Reading within the International Study and Language Institute (ISLI) to lead a small team of executive support administrators. The School delivers a variety of taught programmes through the year to International students to develop their language and academic study skills.

We are looking for a highly organised and efficient individual who will play a key role in providing high quality, professional administrative, financial and operational support for the School. This is an opportunity for a pro-active and motivated individual to join a busy team in a role which is instrumental in helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of all School related operations.

The role is part-time, 25 hours per week and based on the beautiful Whiteknights campus.

You will be required to have:

• Experience of working in a busy office environment; demonstrating the ability to work collaboratively within a team and the ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders at all levels.
• Previous experience of working in financial administration, ideally in Higher Education or a similar environment with some demonstrable knowledge of financial accounting and budgeting.
• Ability to manage, motivate and develop other team members
• Confidence in making decisions and taking responsibility for their implementation (within the team and in collaboration with other ISLI Staff)
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy and methodical working
• Excellent IT skills with good knowledge of Microsoft package including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Be a keen and supportive team player with a “can do” attitude

Closing Date - 10 March 2024

Interview Date - 22 March 2024

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.