The University is dedicated to supporting an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment - to create better futures, together. The diverse backgrounds, characteristics and opinions within our community are our great strength and are key to our pursuit of delivering educational excellence, enterprise, research and professional services. We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and minoritized groups as they are currently under-represented within our community.
We recognise the value of a fulfilling and balanced work and personal life which promotes wellbeing. We seek to support colleagues in achieving this balance and have family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements and many roles can be suitable for dynamic working arrangement. This includes considering applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.
We are proud to be a Real Living Wage Employer—so much so that we go beyond the standard, providing additional supplementary payments at specific pay points to further support our employees' financial wellbeing. Further information about the Loughborough Real Living Wage Supplement can be found on our HR webpage.
Loughborough University is a UKVI Sponsor. Some individuals may require sponsorship to enable them to apply for a visa to provide them with the right to work in the UK. Please note certain roles are not eligible for sponsorship. For further information and eligibility please visit the UKVI website.
School of Science
This position is full time and open ended and office based.
We are seeking a highly motivated and organised individual to join the Operations Team within the School of Science. This varied role provides operational, financial, HR and executive support to help ensure the smooth and efficient running of the School.
As an Operations Support Administrator, you will provide executive and administrative support to the School's Senior Leadership Team, including the Dean, Associate Deans, Directors and Heads of Department. You will also play a key role in supporting a range of operational activities across the School of Science.
The role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities including day-to-day finance administration, such as processing purchases, monitoring expenditure, supporting budget management processes, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and procedures. You will also provide HR administrative support, assisting with recruitment campaigns, responding to routine HR enquiries, supporting onboarding activities and helping to ensure compliance with employment legislation and visa requirements.
Applicants should have previous experience in an administrative role within a busy office environment and be confident working across a range of operational functions. Experience of supporting finance and/or HR processes would be advantageous. Candidates should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong organisational abilities, and a high level of attention to detail. The ability to manage a varied workload, work independently, maintain confidentiality and respond effectively to changing priorities and deadlines is essential.
The successful candidate will be committed to delivering a high-quality service, have strong IT skills and be able to build effective working relationships with colleagues across the School and wider University.
For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Applications for job-share, part time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
For an informal discussion about the opportunity prior to applying, please contact Elena Bradley, Operations Manager by email E.Bradley@lboro.ac.uk
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 those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options
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.