Administrative & Personal Assistant

Role Overview

This permanent, full-time position provides senior-level administrative and personal support to the Deputy Chief Executive and the Head of Operations at St John of God University Hospital in Dublin. The role is central to keeping executive priorities organised, helping with operational coordination, and supporting the effective functioning of the hospital’s leadership team.

The postholder will serve as an important contact for both internal teams and outside stakeholders. A strong focus on professionalism, discretion, communication, and dependable service delivery is essential.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves coordinating executive activities, assisting with operational planning, and ensuring day-to-day administration for leadership runs smoothly.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Applicants should have the knowledge and capability needed to perform the duties of the post to a high standard.
• A Leaving Certificate, FETAC Level 5, or an equivalent qualification is required at minimum.
• Previous experience providing personal assistant or executive support at a senior level is essential.
• Solid administrative background is expected, ideally gained in healthcare, the public sector, or another complex organisation.
• Experience supporting committees and meetings is necessary, including preparing agendas, taking accurate minutes, tracking actions, and managing documents.
• Strong organisational ability and effective time management are required, along with the capacity to balance priorities and work to deadlines in a busy setting.
• Good judgement is important, especially when deciding when issues should be referred or escalated to senior management.

Additional Information

This is a permanent full-time role based onsite in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. The source information does not specify salary, benefits, number of vacancies, start date, or application deadline.