Salary: £36,000 - £42,000
To apply, please send a copy of your CV and covering letter to brchr@babraham.co.ukAbout us: The Babraham Research Campus is considered to be the UK’s leading campus to support early-stage bioscience enterprises. World class research and business come together to promote innovation and strengthen links between academia and the commercial world Babraham Research Campus (BRC) is the company that manages and develops the Campus, supporting and promoting the regional and UK bioscience ecosystem. It has responsibility for the administration and commercial development of the site for the benefit of all the tenant companies including the Babraham Institute. The Campus provides emerging and growing biotech companies laboratory and office space together with access to outstanding scientific facilities in an ideal geographical location at the core of the Cambridge cluster. Our aim is to be the most successful bioincubator campus in Europe and to support the Cambridge region and the UK bio-science communities.We are situated on an attractive 430-acre parkland estate, seven miles south west of Cambridge City Centre. The campus blends modern laboratory facilities with historic buildings in a spacious, beautifully landscaped setting. The campus offers the companies excellent amenities: fully-equipped meeting rooms and conferencing facilities, bar, coffee shop, a sports and social club, gym, tennis court and football pitch. A large component of the estate grounds including the wood, grass, grazing meadows and park land are opened for both the campus and the wider community to walk through and use.RoleWe are seeking a highly professional, proactive and experienced Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the C-Suite executives (CEO, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Finance Officer & Chief Scientific & Innovation Officer) at Babraham Research Campus. This role demands exceptional organisational acumen, discretion, and the ability to operate with confidence and professionalism in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. The Executive Assistant will be instrumental in enabling the C-Suite executives to focus on strategic priorities by managing operational and administrative responsibilities with precision. ResponsibilitiesExecutive Support: • Proactively manage the C-Suite executive’s schedules, including complex diary management, travel coordination, and meeting logistics. • Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for internal and external engagements. • Handle confidential communications and correspondence with utmost discretion. • Act as a key point of contact for the CEO, COO, CFO & CSIO, ensuring timely and effective communication with stakeholders. Governance & Strategic Coordination • Support the coordination of Board and Executive Leadership Team meetings, including agenda preparation, documentation, and minute-taking. • Track and follow up on strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities. • Assist in the preparation of high-level reports and strategic documents for governance and external audiences. Operational & Strategic Support: • Support the CEO in tracking strategic initiatives and projects. • Assist in the preparation of presentations, reports, and briefing documents. • Coordinate Board and senior leadership meetings, including logistics and documentation. Stakeholder Engagement • Liaise with senior internal and external stakeholders, representing the CEO’s office with professionalism and integrity. • Facilitate effective communication between the C-Suite and Campus partners, tenants, and collaborators. Administrative Excellence • Maintain accurate records, filing systems, and expense reporting in line with organisational policies. • Support the CEO’s office in ensuring compliance with internal governance and operational standards. The above list is not exhaustive and the successful candidate would be expected to assist with other reasonable duties in support of the business operations as required. Person SpecificationEducation and Qualifications • You will hold a degree (or equivalent qualification) or bring significant professional experience that demonstrates your ability to excel in a demanding executive support role. A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement will be highly valued. Experience• Proven experience in a senior Executive Assistant or Chief of Staff support role, ideally within a scientific, innovation, or research-led organisation. • Business administration / management qualification such as an apprenticeship, diploma, degree or relevant office experience and skills. • High level of professionalism, integrity, and emotional intelligence. • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration platforms (e.g., Teams, SharePoint). Skills and Abilities• Dedicated and enthusiastic approach, with a willingness to help. • Demonstrated ability to manage complex schedules and priorities with discretion and efficiency. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. • Excellent organisational skills and time management. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment. • A self-motivated person with the ability to adapt to change. Company Benefits• Pension Allowance - Babraham Research Campus Ltd. offers a Group Personal Pension Scheme and currently contributes 10.5% of salary subject to a staff contribution of 3%.• Holiday Entitlement - 25 days p.a. plus bank Holidays and 3 privilege days for Christmas Shutdown• Discretional Annual Bonus - Employees may be eligible for a discretional performance related bonus • Private Healthcare• Employee Wellbeing Service - The scheme offers confidential support, information, expert advice and specialist counselling service to all BRC employees• Restaurant Facilities.• Skills training is encouraged • Onsite Accommodation - There are a number of hostels, flats and houses that can be rented. (There is currently a waiting list for all types of accommodation).• Social - Sports & Social Club and onsite Gym• Nursery and Holiday Playscheme on site. (Availability of places is dependent on demand).• There is free car parking on the Campus (please note that the Campus actively pursues a green transport policy).We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that a diverse team strengthens our work and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected and supported.Any offer of employment will be subject to security screening and may be subject to health screening.