I manage the PA service to the Head of Department (HoD), Mercian Professor, and the Head of Administration and Finance (HAF). I work closely with HoD and HAF to manage department business, such as governance, committees, space management and other initiatives.I lead a team of PAs to deliver PA services to a number of senior staff, ensuring best practice and compliance with the University and departmental finance and HR procedures. In addition to line management duties, I also act as a… Show more I manage the PA service to the Head of Department (HoD), Mercian Professor, and the Head of Administration and Finance (HAF). I work closely with HoD and HAF to manage department business, such as governance, committees, space management and other initiatives.I lead a team of PAs to deliver PA services to a number of senior staff, ensuring best practice and compliance with the University and departmental finance and HR procedures. In addition to line management duties, I also act as a point of contact for less experienced core admin and PA team members and providing day-to-day guidance.Working in a fast-paced environment, I develop and nurture successful working relationships with academic and support staff colleagues across the Department, the wider University, and commercial partners to improve collaboration amongst teams. Show less

My first role in the University was in the Department of Psychiatry as PA to Professor Guy Goodwin, who was Head of Department then. It was a great mix of research PA work and medical secretary role for the Professorial Outpatient Clinic where patients with Bipolar Disorder were referred to from all round the country