Senior Executive Assistant | 6-Month TemporarY

Job title: Senior Executive Assistant | 6-Month TemporarY

Company: Sigmar Recruitment


Job description: Senior Executive Assistant | 6-Month Temporary Contract | Hybrid | Royal Irish AcademyAre you an experienced Executive Assistant with an interest in publishing, research, and academic events? This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Royal Irish Academy (RIA), Ireland’s premier learned society, on a 6-month temporary contract supporting their Publications Department.📍 Location:19 Dawson Street, Dublin 2, D02 HH58
Hybrid working: 2 days in office, 3 from home (onsite initially for training)💶 Salary & Benefits:Hourly rate: €22.43 – €25.94 per hour (equivalent to €40,822 – €47,210 per annum DOE)22 days annual leave (pro rata)35-hour working week📅 Contract Duration:6-month temporary contract with immediate start following successful interview.🔎 About the Role:You will play a key role in supporting the RIA’s publishing and research activities, helping publish books and journals, coordinate academic events, and assist with publicity efforts.Key Responsibilities:Provide high-level administrative support to the Managing Editor and publications teamAssist with publishing, marketing, communications, and event organisationLiaise with in-house staff, freelance staff, external partners, and suppliersManage records, process invoices and purchase orders, track income and expensesCoordinate communications across multiple projectsMaintain accurate documentation and support day-to-day operations within the Publications Department✅ Essential Skills & Experience:Third-level degree2+ years’ experience in publishing, administration, or similar office environmentExcellent organisational and multitasking abilitiesStrong communication skills (verbal and written)Confident IT skills, especially in SharePoint and TeamsAbility to manage competing priorities in a busy environment⭐ Desirable:Experience with invoice processing in the public sectorWorking knowledge of CanvaExperience in bookkeeping or financial admin dutiesQuick to learn new systems and processes

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Location: Co Dublin

Job date: Tue, 22 Jul 2025 22:36:38 GMT

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