Executive Assistant
| Posting date: | 21 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £29,842 to £32,315 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 August 2025 |
| Location: | Harpenden, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Rothamsted Research |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 819 |
Summary
As part of Rothamsted’s transformation programme, the newly created Executive Team are looking for an Executive Assistant to support the effective delivery of their roles as strategic leaders of the Institute. The Executive team will comprise a CEO, Chief Operating Officer, Finance Director and two Science Directors, based at different sites.
About the Role
As Executive Assistant to the Executive team you will be providing comprehensive high level administrative support, acting as a trusted partner, managing busy schedules, co-ordinating meetings and acting as the first point of contact for senior internal and external stakeholders.
This will be a new and exciting role which will play a central role in a values-driven organisation, providing administrative leadership, enabling governance processes, supporting key projects and providing both a facilitating and enabling role for ensuring day-to-day operations run smoothly while also supporting more complex and strategic initiatives.
It is envisaged that the role will manage two administrative assistants that will provide administrative support to 6 Science Team Leads.
About You
We are looking for someone who brings:
Experience supporting senior leaders in a strategic environment
Exceptional organisational and multi-tasking skills
Strong written and verbal communication
Confidence working independently and handling sensitive information
Excellent interpersonal skills and team leadership mindset
A proactive attitude and passion for making systems and processes more efficient
Excellent use of a range of computer software applications including databases and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Role Details
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term 3 years
Location: Rothamsted Research (Harpenden)
Salary range: £29,842 - £32,315 per annum
Closing Date: 10 August 2025
Interviews will be carried out ASAP
About the Role
As Executive Assistant to the Executive team you will be providing comprehensive high level administrative support, acting as a trusted partner, managing busy schedules, co-ordinating meetings and acting as the first point of contact for senior internal and external stakeholders.
This will be a new and exciting role which will play a central role in a values-driven organisation, providing administrative leadership, enabling governance processes, supporting key projects and providing both a facilitating and enabling role for ensuring day-to-day operations run smoothly while also supporting more complex and strategic initiatives.
It is envisaged that the role will manage two administrative assistants that will provide administrative support to 6 Science Team Leads.
About You
We are looking for someone who brings:
Experience supporting senior leaders in a strategic environment
Exceptional organisational and multi-tasking skills
Strong written and verbal communication
Confidence working independently and handling sensitive information
Excellent interpersonal skills and team leadership mindset
A proactive attitude and passion for making systems and processes more efficient
Excellent use of a range of computer software applications including databases and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Role Details
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term 3 years
Location: Rothamsted Research (Harpenden)
Salary range: £29,842 - £32,315 per annum
Closing Date: 10 August 2025
Interviews will be carried out ASAP
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