Deputy Secretary to the College

Post Summary

The purpose of the Deputy Secretary to the College is to support the Secretary to the College/Director of Governance to uphold the highest standards of corporate governance, compliance, risk management, integrity and accountability throughout the University.

Reporting to the Secretary to the College/Director of Governance, the Deputy Secretary will have a key role in the corporate governance of the College and has a deep understanding of corporate governance and public sector values; and their applicability to a University. The role holder must have the ability to comply proactively with statutory and regulatory requirements by ensuring effective, transparent and accountable governance in line with best practice.

They will have a strong track record in management and leadership of a team and the provision of services, gained in a public or private sector organisation. Preference will be given to candidates with relevant experience gained in higher education and/or comparable business operations. In addition, they will have budget management experience and experience of efficient reporting and providing considered advice.

Post status: Permanent

Hours of Post: 35 hours per week

Salary:

This appointment will be made on the Senior Administrative 3 Salary Scale (€92,913 – €119,982 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy.  

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As Deputy Secretary you will:

•         Interact with College Offices/Officers and functions in the implementation of College procedures

•         Manage the co-ordination of activities required under the University legislation, particularly in relation to review processes and reporting arrangements

•         Ensure that statutory requirements in relation to membership of Board are complied with

•         People Manager for the office with responsibility for managing day-to-day operations

•         Providing advice and guidance to the Secretary on matters relating to issues within the remit of the Secretary’s Office

To be successful in this role you will need:

•         A University degree. In addition, a professional (e.g. company secretarial) or legal, administration or governance qualification, or relevant post-graduate qualification (such as MBA, MBS) would be an advantage.

•         Deep experience with legal and regulatory frameworks

•         Excellent operational management experience

•         Proven track record of general management experience

•         Familiarity with the work of the University and/or other public bodies

How to apply:

Applicants are expected to submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Personal Statement of how their experience aligns to the role profile (no more than one page).

Applicants should note that the application process will include presentation and assessments.

Interviews are expected to take place in February 2024.

Informal and confidential enquires should be addressed to Ms Victoria Butler, Secretary To The College/Director of Governance ([email protected] )
Application enquiries can be sent to Peter Toal, Recruitment Partner ([email protected] )

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 29th January 2024 at 12:00 noon 

Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war.

Trinity is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. The university holds an Institutional Silver Athena Swan Award and a European Commission Sustainable Gender Equality Champions Award. We are committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.