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Full time, Open ended
Be the principal support to a leader in the world’s number one sporting university.
Loughborough is recognised as the world's best University for sport– a place where Olympic and Paralympic ambitions sit alongside grassroots participation and community impact.
We are recruiting an Executive Officer to the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Sport within our Vice-Chancellor’s Office – a unique opportunity to work at the very heart of a global sporting ecosystem.
This is not a routine support role. As the Pro Vice-Chancellor’s principal support, working side by side with them, you will anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, and provide proactive, high-quality strategic and operational support. You will work closely with their Personal Assistant while taking the lead on critical functions such as preparing impactful briefings, managing key projects, and ensuring focus on what matters most in a fast-paced environment.
The role demands flexibility – occasional evening and weekend work, plus travel (fully covered) to represent the University alongside the Pro Vice-Chancellor. In return, you will gain unparalleled experience working with high-profile sporting organisations and leaders across the Olympic, Paralympic, professional, and participation landscape.
We’re looking for someone who can:
This is a career-defining role for someone who wants variety, responsibility, and the chance to contribute directly to the global success of the world’s number one university for sport.
If you’re ready to step up and make your mark, we’d love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact Dr Jenna Waters (Deputy Chief of Staff): j.waters@lboro.ac.uk.
For more information, refer to the Job Description and Person Specification
Closing date: Sunday 19th October 2025
First-stage interview date: Friday 7th November 2025
Final-stage interview and assessment: Friday 14th November 2025
Our Benefits
At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:
Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.
Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Financial Wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.
Support for you and your family- on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid options, and a range of family-friendly policies.
Health and Wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.
Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as variety of travel offers to support sustainable communting.
Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.