Personal Assistant (Legal)

The University of Salford is one of the UK’s leading industry-facing

We are seeking enthusiastic and driven individual to join our Legal Services team as a Personal Assistant.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to our vision “By pioneering exceptional industry partnerships we will lead the way in real world experiences preparing students for life”. The role will report directly to the Director of Legal Services.

The Legal Services team provides legal advice and support, compliance, and general risk management insight across the entire University, working with colleagues in academic schools and professional services teams.

If you have a passion for education; apply now to join our team and help us shape the future of legal services at the University of Salford.

The role is ideal for an administrative support professional with experience of working in a legal environment.

The successful candidate will manage diaries, triage new work, administer case management systems, prepare agendas, take meeting minutes, assist with budget tracking and expense reports, and organise seminars, workshops, conferences, and other events.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Salary and excellent pension scheme.
• An impressive 32 days leave, plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible Working – we support a culture of both flexible and agile working, to help you find the right balance.
• Professional development – a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.
• Wellbeing support – dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling to sports and fitness facilities, including discounted gym memberships.
• Sustainable Salford – we embed sustainability in all aspects of university life and have a commitment to becoming NetZero Carbon by 2038.
• Our community – there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford; we value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences; our differences make us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives.

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