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Loughborough Business School
Operations Administrator
This position is full time and open ended.
Due to the nature of the role, the postholder will not be able to work from home.
Loughborough Business School is an integral part of Loughborough University’s learning offering, covering the disciplines of business, management, finance, accounting and economics. Guided by the ethos of ‘Progress with Purpose’, our forward-thinking approach to research and teaching empowers staff and students to drive change, both within and beyond the University.
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and supportive education experience for our students, putting real-world experience and practical learning at the heart of our courses. Our academics are encouraged and supported to undertake research that helps to address major challenges such as sustainability, productivity, the impact of digital technology, ethics, and social responsibility.
We are a highly ranked university in national league tables and Loughborough Business School also holds triple accreditation from AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB. Our position within the higher education sector has been developed by our excellence driven approach and a welcoming, vibrant international community of staff and students. Whether you are an innovative academic aiming to make a difference in the world, or an ambitious professional in search of a rewarding career in higher education, you can make progress with purpose at Loughborough Business School.
The role and what we’re looking for
The postholder will provide administrative support to members of the People Support & Operations Team and the wider Business Support Services Team. The role will be extremely varied with requests being received on a daily basis which will require the postholder to have excellent time management, prioritising skills, the ability to multitask, and have a high level of self-motivation. Not only will the postholder have a very important role in supporting the People Support & Operations Team, they will also act as front of house for the school by providing a professional and efficient welcome to a broad range of visitors including students, industrial partners, guest speakers and university colleagues when they arrive at the school.
To ensure the postholder can provide the level of support required, they will develop a broad understanding of the school’s activities and apply this knowledge to fulfil and satisfy the requirements of the People Support & Operations Team.
The postholder will take responsibility for providing a high standard of advice and problem resolution where required, as well as signposting to other services, alongside being responsible for the general upkeep of a building which services students on all levels and a large complement of staff.
The postholder will embrace opportunities to develop and grow; take a flexible approach to work and provide support in any other area of the school at the request of the Head of Operations, in response to changing requirements.
Application and assessment process
The closing date for applications is Sunday 9th November. Please refer to the job description and person specification for specific details about the nature of the role and the essential criteria before applying. When submitting your application, carefully use the criteria to demonstrate how you meet them.
Interviews will take place in-person on Thursday 20th November 2025.
For informal enquiries please contact Emma Burrow, Operations Officer, at E.K.Burrow@lboro.ac.uk.
Please click on the link to apply. When completing your application, please ensure you supply a detailed supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria for the person specification.
Why should you apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Loughborough Business School as part of the Operations team. As well as Loughborough being a great place to work, we offer a generous employment package: Loughborough Benefits.
Reasonable Adjustments
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that you may need during the recruitment process. If there are adjustments that you would like to request, please contact Emma Burrow, Operations Officer at E.K.Burrow@lboro.ac.uk.
For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
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.