Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant – Reading Students’ Union

Location:

University of Reading, Whiteknights Campus, Reading, Berkshire

Salary: £26,992.04 to £30,677.90 per annum

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

A role where you can innovate and make a real impact!

We are a dynamic, student-focused organisation dedicated to empowering students and enhancing their university experience. Our vision is to be a place for everyone, we inspire and empower students to change the world.

We’re looking for a friendly, organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support our four Student Presidents, the senior leadership team, and the Secretariat. If you enjoy helping people do their best work and keeping things running smoothly, you’ll fit right in.

In this role, you’ll be at the centre of our organisation — managing diaries, coordinating meetings, preparing papers and briefings, and helping our Presidents stay focused on delivering for students. You’ll support governance activity, working closely with the Secretariat to ensure strong processes, accurate records and timely follow‑up. You’ll keep communication flowing across students, staff and partners, and handle events, logistics, inboxes and day‑to‑day admin.

To thrive here, you’ll bring experience supporting senior leaders, confidence with Microsoft 365, strong communication skills and great attention to detail. You stay calm under pressure, solve problems with ease and take pride in being reliable, discreet and professional.

• Inclusive and supportive team culture
• Flexible working options
• 35 days annual leave including Christmas and Easter closure days
• Professional development opportunities
• Unique working environment in the heart of a vibrant Student’s Union, set on a stunning, green campus.

Committed to equality, celebrating diversity, and embedding sustainability—building an inclusive workplace and a brighter future for all.