Executive Support Services Manager

Hybrid work available but a minimum of 3 days onsite required

Royal Central is looking to appoint an Executive Support Services Manager who will provide a wide range of comprehensive support to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) , including the Principal and CEO, whilst overseeing management of front-of-house services and our Reception Team.  This is a great opportunity to work with all levels of the organization, providing executive level advice and guidance to the ELT whilst managing the Reception Team and supporting delivery of the Strategic Plan. The successful candidate will have substantial experience of providing high-level executive support in the HEI sector, be an agile and motivational manager and be comfortable managing several different and competing priorities.

HOW TO APPLY

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Please note that this role is not eligible for sponsorship of a Skilled Worker Visa. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for us to consider your application.

Please complete our online application Section A and Section B by midday on 23 January 2026.

It is anticipated that interviews and assessments will take place in person on 5 February 2026. Candidates will be asked to present to the panel during the interview. The presentation topic will be confirmed when the interview invite is sent out.

The preferred candidate will be invited to a follow up meeting with the Principal and CEO and the Chair of the recruitment panel following interviews on the 5 February and prior to any offer being made.

We aim to shortlist all applications within 2 weeks of the advert closing date. If you do not hear from us within this time, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

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We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, including neurodivergent candidates, LGBTQ+ and Global Majority backgrounds as they are currently underrepresented within the sector and within Central.

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