The Role

Reporting to the FTP Project Manager, the FTP Administrator will undertake the administration operation of FTP and the projects within it to ensure smooth running of the Programme working within the project coordinator team.

• Provide administrative support in various aspects of the unit/section or Department
• Organise meetings, prepare agenda and write minutes, assist with the drafting of documents such as reports and papers on various issues and speaking to various stakeholders as needed.
• Act as point of contact for enquiries to the Department/section/unit. Respond to enquiries, which may be detailed and/or non-routine in nature.
• Carry out general administration duties e.g. file, collect and process incoming and outgoing mail, collate letters and documents for mailing, book rooms, book accommodation.

Your Skills

You will be a highly organised and confident professional with excellent drafting skills, strong judgement and the ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders in a complex environment.

• Previous administrative experience to a high standard.
• Competent in standard software packages e.g. Word, Excel, Access and Outlook.
• Excellent communication skills
• Educated to A Level standard or equivalent standard/NVQ level 3 or equivalent level of practical experience

Benefits

The University offers an excellent benefit package including:

• 36 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Defined benefits pension schemes
• Flexible working options
• Family-friendly initiatives
• Career development opportunities
• Support for health and mental wellbeing
• Discounts on shopping
• Rental deposit scheme
• Public transport season ticket loans
• Tax-efficient bicycle and charity-giving schemes

The University is supportive of hybrid working, where some work is undertaken on University premises and some in a remote working environment. The aim of our approach is to enable as many staff as possible to work in a hybrid way if they wish and where their role allows. This arrangement is subject to change and will not form a part of the contractual terms of the role.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Please note: this vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.