Executive Assistant

Overview

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We have two exciting opportunities to join Sandwell Colleges at a pivotal moment. With new leadership, fresh opportunities, and a bold strategic plan, we are looking for talented Executive Assistants to play a vital role in supporting our senior leaders and helping shape the future of our organisation.

Final date to receive applications: 17 September 2025

Department: Central SLT

Location: Sandwell College

Compensation: £29,680 - £39,154 / year

• Provide an effective and efficient personal assistant role to the Executive Team including secretarial, clerical and administrative support
• Be a first line of contact for enquiries from internal and external sources, assessing and handling queries in full
• Responsible for the Executive Team diaries including scheduling recurring routine meetings, managing and handling papers for wide variety of boards and meetings
• Planning and preparing for events, working in collaboration with other departments and external parties
• Building and maintaining strong relationships and liaising effectively with the College’s internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Executive Team and wider SLT
• Support and deputise for the Senior Executive Assistant as required

• Significant experience as a PA or EA, supporting senior executives in the public or private sector
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence liaising at all levels
• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to anticipate needs and solve problems
• High attention to detail and strong IT skills to support effective administration

• Very competitive salaries
• Excellent annual leave entitlements; 35 days as well as 8 bank holiday days, and additional time off over the Christmas period
• Dedication to career development and progression
• Recognition for great work through awards, events and celebration days
• Access to onsite gym facilities and discounted rates on services including Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon
• Generous pension schemes (21.5% employer contribution for non-teaching roles)
• Access to discounts and salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle
• Free confidential counselling service and wellness platforms

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Administrative

• Education Management