Executive Business Support Officer

The University operates agile working arrangements. You will be expected to work flexibly across our campuses in Cheltenham and Gloucester, with the expectation that you will be on campus at least 3 days per week.

The Strategic Governance Team plays a vital role in ensuring the University meets its legal, regulatory and governance responsibilities. Theteam provides expert support across corporate governance, legal services,information governance, insurance, student casework and executive support functions. Working at the heart of the institution, the department enables effective decision-making and supports the University in achieving its strategic ambitions.

Reporting to the Head of Governance and Legal, you will oversee a smallteam of Executive Assistants and ensure the provision of high-quality administrative, organisational and secretariat support to senior leaders,including the Vice-Chancellor and members of the Executive Team.

This is a varied and rewarding role that combines executive support,people management, governance administration and business improvement. In adynamic environment with shifting priorities you will coordinate senior meetings and committees, manage complex schedules and priorities, oversee executive communications and events, and maintain oversight of strategic actions and commitments. You will also play a key role in driving continuous improvement, reviewing processes and implementing effective systems that enhance the quality and efficiency of executive support services.

You will be entrusted with sensitive executive, governance and organisational information,requiring exceptional judgement, discretion and confidentiality

The successful candidate will be confident working with senior stakeholders, managing sensitive information and balancing competing priorities. You will be an experienced organiser with excellent interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Experience of leading staff and developing effective administrative services will be essential.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the University's leadership and governance arrangements while developing your own experience in a strategic and high-profile environment.

Interview:
Tuesday 24 th November 2026

Please note that this roledoes not meet the minimum eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the UKSkilled Worker visa route.

The University is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff community and welcomes applications from currently under-represented sections of our workforce. We are proud to be aDisability Confident Employer, demonstrating our commitment to ensuring thatthe University is inclusive and accessible. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who meet the definition of disability setout in the Equality Act 2010 and who meet the essential criteria within theperson specification.

The University has also signed the Armed Forces Covenant, demonstrating our commitment to ensuring thatthose who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly and are not disadvantaged. For applicants, this means we aim toensure fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process, recognise and value the transferable skills and experience gained through military service. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to veterans and military spouses/partners who meet the essential criteria within the job specification.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Tanya Collins, Head of Governance & Legal  or Andrew Browning, Executive Director of Strategic Governance

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