Job Description

We are looking for friendly, engaging, enthusiastic people with excellent customer service and IT skills with a keen eye for detail to join our administrative support team. You will work collaboratively with team members to deliver proactive support to academic and research staff, and students.

Four posts are available, one in each of the School of Physics and Astronomy and the School of Mathematical Sciences, and two in the School of Psychology. All are located on University Park Campus. Please specify in the additional information section of the application form if you have a preference for any particular role(s), with reasons for any preference(s).

As a Senior Administrator you will:

• Provide general administrative support within a School, leading on particular aspects of our operations. These could include, but are not limited to, PA support to a Head of School, management of staffing processes such as recruitment and leavers, events and admissions support, Operations team line-management and budget management.
• Maintain confidential records and documentation in accordance with GDPR requirements.
• Support the School leadership team as required including supporting committees, health and safety, general support office outputs and administration.

Our University has always been a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We warmly welcome applications from people with a broad range of backgrounds and skills who will enhance the diversity of our teams.

These posts are offered on full-time (36.25hrs per week), permanent contracts. Job share or flexible working arrangements may be considered for the right candidate. Please specify in the additional information section of the application form if you wish to work flexibly or as part of a job share.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

And you will bring: Excellent verbal and written communication and numeracy skills. Attention to detail and the ability to multitask. A drive and willingness to take the initiative in process improvements. A positive attitude to building and maintaining professional relationships with colleagues. Experience of planning your own work activities and delivering to deadlines are essential. Experience of working in higher/further education would be beneficial but is not essential.