Overview
As the University builds on its proud heritage, we are looking for exceptional people to help shape our future. We provide a high-quality professional environment, inspired by our distinctive ethos & Catholic mission and values. Our values of excellence, generosity of spirit, inclusiveness and respect inspire us to createan academic community in which everybody is welcomed and which puts the student at the centre of all our endeavours.
The School of Business and Law at St Mary's University is looking for a proactive & adaptable Faculty Administrator to join our friendly and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting both our programmes delivered at St Mary's and those delivered with our external partner institutions.
Job Summary
As a Faculty Administrator, you will work closely with academic colleagues, students, professional services teams & external partners, helping to deliver an excellent student experience throughout the academic journey. No two days are the same, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative and thrives in a collaborative environment.
You will provide high-quality administrative support across a range of academic programmes, ensuring processes run efficiently & accurately. From coordinating programme administration and supporting assessment processes to maintaining student records and responding to enquiries, your work will have a direct impact on staff, students and partner organisations.
This is a part time position working 28.8 hours per week (0.8FTE)
Candidate Summary
Are you a highly organised administrator who enjoys building strong relationships, solving problems and keeping things running smoothly.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Is proactive, self-motivated & able to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.
- Has excellent organisational skills and can effectively manage competing priorities.
- Has strong attention to detail and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.
- Builds positive working relationships with a wide range of people and communicates professionally and confidently.
- Enjoys problem-solving and uses initiative to find practical solutions.
- Is flexible and adaptable in a changing environment.
- Has strong IT skills and is enthusiastic about embracing new digital tools and technologies to improve efficiency and ways of working.
- Delivers excellent customer service and enjoys supporting both colleagues and students.
- Maintains professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming team, develop your expertise in higher education administration and make a valuable contribution to the success of the School and its students.
How to apply:
Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining how your skills, experience and qualifications meet the requirements of the person specification.
St Mary’s University is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Learn more about our EDI initiatives and work as a Disability Confident employer.Please view our detailed access guide by following the link:St. Mary's University | AccessAble
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. St Mary’s University is holding a work visa sponsorship licence however we will not always be able to guarantee a Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship.
Closing Date: 13th September 2026 at 23:00
Candidates are advised to submit applications early to avoid disappointment as we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date.
Interview Date: Wednesday 23rd September 2026
£31,236 per annum, pro-rata