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School of Social Sciences and Humanities
Full-time and open-ended starting as soon as possible
Loughborough University is committed to allowing its employees to work dynamically with a combination of working on campus and remotely, where possible. This position is eligible for hybrid working with the expectation of 3 days in the office and the option of 2 days remote (subject to line manager agreement).
This is an opportunity to join the Business Administration Team in the School of Social Sciences and Humanities. This is a diverse and interesting role, ideal for those who like variety. The successful candidate will support a range of Team activities and have the opportunity to take the lead on others. The duties described in the job description indicate the type of tasks which may be undertaken at different times, in accordance with business needs.
Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:
We are looking for a highly skilled, motivated, and proactive administrator to support HR activities such as the recruitment and selection of staff within the School, as well as management of the School’s facilities. If you are an organised, conscientious and positive individual, who likes variety, and would enjoy working both individually and collectively as part of our team, then this is a great opportunity. We will provide comprehensive training and are dedicated to developing our staff which makes this is an excellent opportunity for those who wish to develop.
Key Requirements:
If you feel that you have the skills, experience and enthusiasm required to undertake this crucial role, we would like to hear from you.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Barbara Johnson, Business Administration Officer (Human Resources & Facilities Officer via ssh.hr@lboro.ac.uk.
For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Closing Date: Sunday, 2nd November 2025
Interview Date: week of the 1st December 2025
Our Benefits
At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:
Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme
Where you work – access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Financial wellbeing – competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities
Support for you and your family – on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options, and a range of family-friendly policies
Health and wellbeing – discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support
Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting
Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.