Diary Secretary & Admin Assistant

Company: University of Leeds
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Location: Leeds
Job Description:

This role will be based on the University campus with scope for a hybrid model. You will be part of a professional, collaborative team dedicated to providing high-level, consistent support to the Senior Executive Team in the University Secretary and Registrar’s Office.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level and consistent support to the Senior Executive Team, including diary management and administrative assistance.
  • Maintain the smooth operation of electronic diaries for the University Secretary, Registrar, and the wider Vice-Chancellor’s Offices.
  • Manage a complex workload accurately, including electronic diary and document management.

Qualifications

  • Substantial experience providing administrative support and diary management at a senior level.
  • Excellent digital, secretarial, interpersonal and organisational skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office packages with reliability, forward-thinking and accuracy.
  • Diplomatic, discreet approach with a high degree of personal responsibility and initiative.

Benefits

  • 26 days holiday plus approximately 16 bank holidays for a total of 42 days a year.
  • Generous pension scheme options and life assurance.
  • Health and wellbeing: discount staff membership at The Edge campus gym, pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
  • Personal development: access to courses run by the Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
  • Access to on‑site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes.

Visa Requirements

Due to Home Office visa requirements, this role is not suitable for first‑time Skilled Worker visa applicants.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026