Executive Assistant (SPEAR Centre)

Executive Assistant (SPEAR Centre)

School: School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems
Campus: Derry Londonderry
Salary: £28,778 - £32,097 per annum
Duration: Fixed-term until 14th September 2029
Closing Date: 22nd September 2025
Reference Number: 037926

- ABOUT US -

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation, and technology and knowledge transfer.

- THE ROLE -

The post holder will provide a comprehensive and professional support service to the SPEAR Centre and leadership team. They will be the first point of contact for all Northern Ireland enquiries on SPEAR processes, explaining processes and procedures at Ulster's hub and will be involved in undertaking project work, analysis, and independent planning under three broad headings: Research, Innovation and Strategic Engagement.

- ABOUT YOU -

The postholder will be required to have:

• A good standard of numeracy and literacy, evidenced by qualifications or work-related activities.
• Experience of supporting at least TWO of the following areas: quality assurance, internal auditing, inspections by funding bodies, or pursuit of excellence in research and innovation activity.
• Experience of extraction and input of data within management information systems/databases, as well as drafting routine correspondence, papers, reports and spreadsheets, and preparation and formatting of documents across different desktop and IT office applications.

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The School of Computing, Engineering & Intelligent Systems holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.