Executive Officer

We are looking to recruit an Executive Officer to join the School of Healthcare Enterprise and Innovation (HEI) as our work continues to expand. The School sits within the Faculty of Medicine, at the University of Southampton’s Science Park. We deliver nationally important, internationally recognised work. Our capabilities are broad, ranging from public/patient involvement in research, priority setting, research funding, managing the delivery of research, publishing and disseminating research findings.  We respond to stakeholder need in the wider healthcare ecosystem to drive and support meaningful change. Our work extends across opportunities within the Faculty of Medicine and connections with other University schools and faculties.  

What is the role?

This is a key role in the school and reports directly the Head of School. The Executive Officer manages the delivery of business critical services, the local administrative function and the delivery of School Core Services.  Some of the key activities in this role are: 

• Senior Management high level support
• Team management and workload planning
• Project management and support for key activities 
• Executive analysis, reporting and communication

This role is being offered on a full-time, permanent basis. 

Who are we looking for?

• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
• Well-organised with the ability to multi-task and to work well across the School 
• A self-starter who enjoys the challenge of making things happen in a fast-moving environment. 

How do we look after you?

• Generous Holiday allowance of 30 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays + 6 University Closure days
• Excellent Family Friendly policies 
• Hybrid Working 
• Salary Sacrifice benefits including: AXA Private Healthcare, BUPA Dental Plan, Cycle scheme
• Excellent career development and training opportunities 
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Friendly and pleasant working environment
• For a full list of benefits click here

Further details on the role are provided in the attached job description and person specification. We are embracing hybrid and flexible working to enable delivery of this role.  Please contact Susan Patrick, Head of Enterprise & Partnerships for an informal discussion or any other information on this role: (s.patrick@soton.ac.uk). 

Application Procedure 

The application deadline is midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need assistance, call Recruitment on  +44 (0) 23 8059 2750, or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk. Quote reference 2171323VB on all correspondence. 

Further details:

We believe equality, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to making the University of Southampton a welcoming, vibrant and successful organisation. Having a diverse workforce, inclusive of people of all ages and beliefs, from different racial, educational and social backgrounds opens up a wealth of possibilities, makes us more creative and accelerates our impact on society. We welcome applicants that value the diversity of our community and are willing to play their part in supporting the mission of inclusivity. 

Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated in the job advert.

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