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SalaryThe Royal Academy of Music is one of the world’s leading conservatoires. It prides itself on being stimulating, forward looking and a friendly environment with a diverse mix of students and staff from over 60 countries. Based in central London adjacent to Regent’s Park, we have trained musicians to the highest professional standards since 1822 and we are firmly focused on developing tomorrow’s musical leaders in disciplines including classical, jazz, composition, and musical theatre
The Principal is the Academy’s senior accountable officer and leads the Senior Management Team, comprising of the Deputy Principal, Dean of Students, Registrar and Director of Student Operations, Deputy Principal (Advancement), and the Director of Finance.
The Executive Assistant provides high level administrative support to the Principal in the form of daily diary management, meeting and appointment co-ordination, provision of transport and logistical arrangements, drafting key correspondence, liaison with external contacts, handling matters of a confidential nature, providing briefings and materials to support meetings as required. The post holder will work collaboratively across the team of Executive Assistants who support the Senior Management Team. The postholder will also be responsible for a range of projects which link into the Principal’s Office and the compilation of Principal’s Reports.
We are looking for a highly skilled administrator with exceptional communication skills, meticulous attention to detail and demonstratable experience gained in a similar role, supporting a senior figure within an organisation, preferably within the arts or education sector.
Completed applications must be received by 23.59 on Tuesday 21 May 2024.
Interviews will take place on-site on Tuesday 28 May 2024.
The Academy accepts applications from non-UK citizens who have the right to work in the UK. Please note that the Academy is unable to provide a certificate of sponsorship for this role, as this role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker visa.
Enquiries or applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
The Academy is committed to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of all students. The Academy values diversity and welcomes your application.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities because we would like to increase the representation of these groups in these roles. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to greater results for students.
