Executive Officer to the Principal

This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and open-ended (permanent). Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate. 

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 573 years, and today we are one of the world's top 100 universities. We are delighted to have recently been awarded Scottish University of the Year by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers. 

We are seeking a highly experienced Executive Officer to facilitate the smooth functioning of the Principal's Office and advise and assist the Principal and the Head of the Principal’s Office with the implementation of the Office’s objectives. 

This includes: researching and drafting speeches, presentations, briefing papers and processes; interacting with the Principal’s key contacts in other Higher Education institutions, senior and middle management, government, donors and trusts. Proactively and independently managing selected projects across the full spectrum of the Office’s business and strategic priorities. Working in partnership with members of the Principal’s Office team and Government Relations team. Reporting to the Head of the Principal’s Office. 

Apply online via the 'Apply' button above.

Closing Date: 5 November 2024 

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity. 

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/. 

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/. 

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University. 

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.

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