PA to Group Executive Director of HR

The Role:

We are excited to recruit an experienced and highly organised PA to provide comprehensive executive support to the Group Executive Director of HR. This is a pivotal role within the College, providing high-level administrative, organisational and secretarial support to help ensure the effective delivery of HR priorities and strategic objectives.

You will manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings and events, prepare professional documentation and presentations, and act as a key point of contact for a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Working closely with senior leaders and colleagues across the College, you will develop strong professional relationships and provide a responsive, efficient and professional service.

This is a varied and visible role operating within a multi-campus environment, requiring regular engagement with stakeholders, meetings and activities across College locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a comprehensive PA and secretarial service to the Group Executive Director of HR.

• Manage complex diaries, correspondence and administrative priorities.

• Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, meeting papers and documentation.

• Coordinate meetings, agendas, minutes and follow-up actions.

• Liaise confidently with senior leaders, external partners and professional advisers.

• Arrange travel, accommodation and hospitality requirements where required.

• Lead and coordinate administrative processes that support the effective delivery of HR objectives.

• Provide administrative support for confidential and sensitive employee relations matters.

• Handle highly confidential information with professionalism, discretion and integrity.

• Support College-wide events, formal visits and stakeholder engagement activities.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider administrative function to support senior leaders when required.

• Undertake additional duties appropriate to the role to support the success of the HR team and wider College.

Who You Are:

You will have previous experience providing high-level administrative or PA support, ideally supporting senior leaders within a large or complex organisation. You will be confident managing multiple priorities, coordinating competing demands and maintaining exceptional attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

You will possess excellent organisational and communication skills, along with advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word and PowerPoint. You will be comfortable building positive working relationships with stakeholders at all levels and delivering a professional, customer-focused service.

You will be proactive, adaptable and able to work independently whilst maintaining absolute discretion when dealing with confidential information. Most importantly, you will be a collaborative team player who shares our commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, equality and continuous improvement.

What We Offer:

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)

• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).

• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.

• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.

• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.

• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.

About New City College:

New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education.

Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.

Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector.

We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs.

As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, along with a check of the Children’s Barred List if engaged in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. Failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of your DBS certificate may result in the withdrawal of your offer of employment. The College's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available upon request.