Job Description
The Governance Support Officer will be part of a team delivering day-to-day secretariat services to support the University's academic and corporate governance committees. This role is key to effective delivery of the University's governance secretariat function.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide professional expertise and support to the Assistant Director (Governance) and the Head of Secretariat in areas such as policy development, report drafting, and project management.
* Manage internal and external communications channels, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders.
* Support a range of University committees, ensuring they operate efficiently and in accordance with agreed standards and schedules.
* Assist in planning annual committee programmes, drafting committee schedules, and agenda planners.
* Provide administrative support for projects and initiatives, compiling reports, statistics, and information relevant to their work.
* Support the review and drafting of governing documents to ensure they are fit for purpose and comply with legal frameworks.
* Act as first point of contact for queries to the Directorate, resolving issues and escalating where necessary.
Salary: Estimated salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Requirements:
* Degree in a relevant field or equivalent qualification/experience.
* Experience working within higher education or related sector.
* Proven experience providing administrative support to senior management in a large organisation.
* Demonstrable experience servicing high-level committee meetings.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with ability to use initiative and manage workload under pressure.
* Ability to produce clear written materials and communicate effectively.
* Firm commitment to achieving the University's vision and values, with passion for transformative student experience and multidisciplinary research.