Hayley SmithOne of the great things about these interviews is that while the people do all sorts of different jobs and work in all sorts of different areas of the university, one thing they all have in common is that they really like the work they do and the people with whom they work.  Add in the fact that  the city of Aberdeen has a fantastic breadth and depth of entertainment, arts, culture and sports facilities, and also that, as Hayley puts it, there is “the country on one side and the beach on the other.”

Name: Hayley Smith  

Department: Estates and Property Services  

Job title: Receptionist / Clerical Assistant 

Describe RGU in three words?
Friendly,
Welcoming,
All-round 

What do you like most about living and working in Aberdeen?
The country on one side and the beach on the other 😊  

What is your favourite place to go for a meal or a drink?
Maggies Grill  

What leisure facilities in and around the city do you make most use of?
The Warehouse Health Club  

What is your favourite trip out of town – where in the surrounding countryside do you most enjoy spending a couple of hours away from work?
Balmedie Beach 

What would you say to anyone – at any level – thinking about coming to work at RGU to persuade them it’s the right career move?
I have felt part of the team and welcomed from day one from everyone from students to managers.