Job Description

There will be a requirement for persons to work outside of the normal 9 to 5 hours, with a requirement to work evenings and weekends. This is a superb opportunity for an individual who is confident, methodical, organised and conscientious. Educated to a minimum level of Advanced Higher/A Level (or equivalent), and NVQ/SVQ in Business and Administration Level 3 (or equivalent), you will have proven administrative, secretarial and database experience. You will have excellent communication and team working skills. You will be a proficient user of the MS Office suite and experienced in using Zoom/TEAMS or similar platforms. With the ability to prioritise your workload with minimum supervision, high accuracy and working to tight deadlines. A high level of professionalism and diplomacy is required for the role as is a willingness to take on new challenges and be receptive to change. An understanding of, and interest in an Assessment and Educational environment desirable.



Job Type:
12 months fixed term


Location:
Edinburgh


Department:
Education


Hours:
35


Salary:
\xc2\xa328,768.77 per annum
.


Closing Date:
09:00am, Monday 27 November 2023

About The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is an independent membership organisation dedicated to the education, training and advancement of surgeons, dental surgeons, doctors, and various individuals throughout healthcare who are involved in the surgical care of patients. The College has a current membership approaching 32,000 and growing, with members spanning over 100 countries around the world. From our founding in 1505, the College has been committed to the advancement of surgery and driving patient safety standards worldwide. In our 517-year history, there has never been a better time to join the College than now. Working with us At the College we aim to embrace views from across the organisation, sharing common goals and values for the betterment of healthcare through the advancement of surgical and dental professionals. We aim to develop teams that are reflective of the needs of our members and maximise the potential of every employee. To reflect the varying needs across the organisation, we offer a range of policies and benefits for our workforce including a generous 42 days annual leave, flexible working practices, enhanced employer pensions contribution and various discounts throughout the College including the Ten Hill Place Hotel, 1505 Caf\xc3\xa9 and free entry to Surgeons\xe2\x80\x99 Hall Museums.

About the Role

Working within the Education section the post holder will be responsible for a portfolio of events and courses assigned to them, for both face-to-face and online delivery. There will be a requirement for persons to work outside of the normal 9 to 5 hours, with a requirement to work evenings and weekends.

Experience/Qualifications/Key Skills

This is a superb opportunity for an individual who is confident, methodical, organised and conscientious. Educated to a minimum level of Advanced Higher/A Level (or equivalent), and NVQ/SVQ in Business and Administration Level 3 (or equivalent), you will have proven administrative, secretarial and database experience. You will have excellent communication and team working skills. You will be a proficient user of the MS Office suite and experienced in using Zoom/TEAMS or similar platforms. With the ability to prioritise your workload with minimum supervision, high accuracy and working to tight deadlines. A high level of professionalism and diplomacy is required for the role as is a willingness to take on new challenges and be receptive to change. An understanding of, and interest in an Assessment and Educational environment desirable.
Please note that we do not accept CVs and agencies need not apply.