Job Description

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university

Global School of Sustainability

Operations Manager and Executive Assistant

Salary from 43,277 to 51,714 pa inclusive, with potential to progress to 55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance

This is an open-ended subject to funding contract with funding for two years

Launched in January 2025, the Global School of Sustainability (GSoS) will become a centre of expertise, helping to drive inclusive economic growth, environmental protection, and social equity. It will convene global experts, inform policy, and train the next generation of sustainability leaders, building on the outstanding work of departments and researchers across LSE.





In this dynamic start-up phase, GSoS is seeking a proactive, adaptable, and collaborative Operations Manager and Executive Assistant to help shape its development. This evolving role combines high-level executive support to the Dean and senior team with hands-on project delivery across the School's themes.






The ideal candidate will require:


Considerable experience of working at a relevant level in an EA/administrative/business management capacity, ideally in a university environment

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity, with a genuine enthusiasm for contributing to a start-up environment where processes are still being defined and opportunities frequently emerge

Proven line management experience and experience of influencing and collaborating constructively with colleagues at all levels




This is a rare opportunity to be at the heart of a growing School at a globally renowned institution, gaining experience in strategic delivery, operational leadership, and sustainability-focused innovation.






We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and excellent training and development opportunities.




For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification.

To apply for this post, please go to

www.jobs.lse.ac.uk

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If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, . Should you have any queries about the role, please email GSoS@lse.ac.uk

The closing date for receipt of applications is 23 October 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

Operations Manager & EA

Job Type:

Professional Services

Posted:

12/09/2025

Closing date:

28/09/2025

Closing time:

23:59