Student Data Coordinator [Temporary Cover]

Cambridge University Professional and Continuing Education (PACE), Madingley Hall

Our mission at PACE is to enable professional and continuing education throughout life, and to widen access to higher education. We design, deliver and curate a portfolio of short courses and award bearing qualifications in a broad range of disciplines. Our activities primarily take place at Madingley Hall (a residential Grade I listed building), which provides facilities for conferences and events, and a full hotel service.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join the Student Records Team on a maternity cover basis as Student Data Coordinator.

Department: Student Records Team, Continuing Education Governance Division

Duration: 18 months (or until the post holder returns)

FTE: 1.0 (part-time considered)

Location: Professional and Continuing Education, Madingley Hall, Madingley

Reports to: Director of CE Governance (acting Student Data Manager)

About the Role

• Provide operational support for enrolments, marks entry, transcripts, and certificates, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Liaise with central University teams (Student Admissions, Registry, Records Office, CamSIS Team) to support smooth student data management.
• Help manage data reporting and compliance activities, supporting the preparation of key student-related reports.
• Undertake project-based work related to records processes, and support the existing team with student data management.

Who we're looking for

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience or knowledge of CamSIS and an understanding of University student records processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and data management skills, with the ability to spot and resolve anomalies.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Confidence in managing competing priorities and working to deadlines in a busy environment.

What we offer

• A beautiful working environment - Madingley Hall is a historic and peaceful place to work, offering a unique setting just outside Cambridge with free parking.
• A supportive professional community - PACE has a welcoming staff culture, with regular opportunities to connect with colleagues, including 'Coffee and Cake' twice a week in person at the Hall.
• Close support and mentoring - you'll receive one-to-one support, ensuring you feel confident in the role.
• A great career opportunity - this role is ideal for someone with experience in student records, course administration, CamSIS, or related systems who is looking to step up, broaden their experience, or explore a new challenge in a supportive environment.

Benefits

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

Enquires about the application or application process should be directed to HR@pace.cam.ac.uk

The closing date for applications is 29 September 2025. Interviews will take place on 10 October 2025.

Temporary cover: This post is fixed-term for 18 months or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.

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

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Please quote reference EA47207 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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