Our client, a leading university, is seeking an experienced and highly professional Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to the Executive Dean. This is a key role within the Faculty’s professional support team, offering the opportunity to work at senior level within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Reporting directly to the Executive Dean, the successful candidate will provide comprehensive PA and administrative support, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the Dean’s Office while contributing to wider Faculty activities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a complex diary and scheduling high-level meetings in a fast-changing environment
- Acting as first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, triaging and responding to queries
- Coordinating communications with key university departments (Finance, HR, Estates, ISS)
- Organising senior meetings and events, including agendas, minutes and logistics
- Managing office operations, supplies and documentation (physical and digital)
- Overseeing financial administration, including invoices, expenses and budget tracking
- Supporting international engagement, including travel coordination and hosting delegations
- Assisting with reporting, quality review processes and special Faculty projects
- Providing broader administrative support to the Faculty Support Unit as required
The ideal candidate will have:
- Leaving Certificate (NFQ Level 5) with 5+ years’ relevant experience, or a Primary Degree (NFQ Level 7) with 2+ years’ experience
- Previous experience supporting a senior executive
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High levels of discretion, judgement and professionalism
- Strong IT proficiency and data/reporting capability
- Experience engaging with internal and external stakeholders
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and confident PA who thrives in a senior-facing, high-responsibility role.
Contact Ingrid on 015005922 for more information