Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant - Applied Social Studies Department

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Applied Social Studies Department at Maynooth University. The role involves a broad range of administrative duties, supporting departmental activities, and collaborating with the administrative team.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support across departmental activities.
• Assist with scheduling, correspondence, and coordination of departmental events.
• Maintain confidential material with discretion and trustworthiness.
• Work independently under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Collaborate with the administrative team to provide coverage across the department.

Qualifications:

• Proven record of administrative work supporting a busy office environment.
• Excellent organisational, administrative, and IT skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative.
• Strong discretion and capacity to handle confidential information.

Salary:

€32,530 - €48,930 (13 points) in accordance with public sector pay provisions.

Closing Date:

17 May 2026, 23:30 hrs (local Irish time).

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer.

Notes:

The position is subject to the Statutes of the University.