Job Description

Executive Operations Officer - Vice-Chancellor's Office

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Secretariat

Salary:

29,197 per annum


37 hours per week, permanent, hybrid working

Post Type:

Full Time

Closing Date:

23.59 hours BST on Monday 22 September 2025

Interview Date:

Thursday 09 October 2025

Reference:

AD1536

Our commitment to EDI

We are proud to have achieved the Inclusive Employers Standard Silver Accreditation in 2024, reflecting our dedication to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where the diversity of our students and staff is truly valued and respected. We welcome application from all areas of the community and particularly encourage applications from People of Colour and people who are disabled, who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

Our commitment to Safeguarding

AUB is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding. We take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety and welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk who engage with us, as well as those who work with them.

About the role

We are seeking a pro-active, experienced individual to support AUB's Chief Financial & Operating Officer and provide high-quality administrative, operational and project support to the Vice-Chancellor's Office.


The postholder will need to provide a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality, having a calm and confident demeanour as well as excellent communication and customer service skills. Experience of supporting senior-level staff is desirable with the ability to work and interact with people at all levels.


You will require excellent administrative and organisation skills and be able to prioritise a diverse range of work. The ideal candidate will have experience of working in an arts, cultural or university environment. Experience of supporting projects and events to a successful conclusion, and a good level of report writing skills is essential.


You will need to be fluent in Microsoft Word packages and Outlook and keep up to date with new technologies to support the work of the Vice-Chancellor's Office. Experience in minute taking would also be advantageous.

Our benefits

In meeting your performance expectations, each year you'll have a salary increase in line with the grade of your role. As well as this there is an annual cost of living increase. AUB provides generous holiday entitlement, and you will be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (professional services staff) or the Teachers' Pension Scheme (academic staff) from day one of employment. Along with subsidised bus travel, cycle to work and annual savings schemes, our broad range of benefits can be explored on the AUB careers website


AUB has an agile working policy, and flexible working can be considered. If you require support with your application or have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please email recruitment@aub.ac.uk . If you are disabled, we are committed to supporting you with any reasonable adjustments you require, so please email recruitment@aub.ac.uk and we'll be in touch.