Executive Assistant to the Warden and Secretary to College Council

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The College is seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to support the Warden (Head of House) and to act as Secretary to the College Council.
This is a varied and high-profile role at the centre of College life. The successful candidate will manage the smooth running of the Warden’s Office, provide trusted executive support, and play a key role in supporting the College’s governance processes.

About the Role
•    Providing proactive, high-quality executive support to the Warden, including diary management, correspondence, briefings and meeting support.
•    Overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Warden’s Office, including line managing the Administrative Assistant, and acting as a key point  of contact for a wide range of stakeholders.
•    Supporting the work of the College Council as its Secretary, including preparing agendas and papers, taking minutes and ensuring actions are followed     up.
•    Managing confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

About You
•    Significant experience supporting senior leaders in a demanding or high-profile environment.
•    Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with confidence.
•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
•    High levels of IT competence and attention to detail.
•    A flexible, proactive approach and a strong commitment to confidentiality.

Skills and Experience
•    Substantial experience in a senior administrative or executive assistant role, supporting senior leaders or managers in a com plex or high-profile  environment.
•    Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to liaise at all levels.
•    Strong IT skills, with proficiency in standard office software and the ability to adapt to new systems.
•    A flexible, proactive and professional approach, with a high degree of personal integrity and discretion.

The Role Offers
•    A central position within the governance and leadership of the College
•    A varied and intellectually engaging working environment
•    The opportunity to work closely with senior academics and professionals in one of the world’s leading universities

Completed applications should be emailed to careers@robinson.cam.ac.uk 
Closing date for applications: Monday 2 February 2026
Interview date: w/c 9 February 2026
 

Salary

£42,000 - £45,000 FTE per annum, depending on experience, full time, 37 hours per week

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