Academic and Engagement (Representation) Coordinator

University of Southampton Students' Union; Woodley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A student union organization in Woodley, England is looking for a Representation Coordinator to coordinate the Representation team and support student officers. The ideal candidate should have project management experience and excellent office administration skills. The role offers a salary ranging from £27,012 to £29,049 per annum along with generous holiday and pension contributions.

Benefits

Generous paid holiday - 24 days per year

10% pension contributions

Travel perks - discounted bus passes

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in project development and management.
• Excellent office administration skills.
• Desirable understanding of academic structure in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist in the effective operation of the Representation team.
• Maintain and develop the Academic Representation structure.
• Strengthen the student voice and identify issues for SUSU.

Skills

Project development and management

Office administration

Student representation understanding

Job description

This role is know internally as Representation Coordinator.

The Role

As a Representation Coordinator at SUSU, you'll be part of a fast-paced, expert team working together to deliver our Representation offer. You'll coordinate and assist in the effective operation of the Representation team by encouraging and supporting our Student Officers, Academic Representatives, and subject based societies. You will maintain and develop the Academic Representation structure, and maintain the transparency and integrity of the democratic structures of SUSU. You'll work to strengthen the student voice and identify issues that SUSU can take forward on behalf of SUSU.

About You

Whilst not essential, it's desirable that you hold demonstrable knowledge and understanding of University academic structure and processes in the Higher Education sector, and have experience in the specialist area of work—Student Representation. It's essential that you have experience in project development and management, delivery of training, and have excellent office administration skills, and you must be able to work in a student‑lead environment of elected officers. You can find the full Person Specification within the Role Profile attached.

About Us

We are the University of Southampton Students' Union (SUSU) – independent from the University and runbystudents,forstudents. Our vision is simple: SUSU is here to enrich the life of every student. We are a workplace that’s buzzing with life, ideas, and opportunities – where your work directly shapes the student experience.

As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Salary of £27,012 to £29,049 per annum
• Generous paid holiday - 24 days per year, plus eight closure days (around Easter, August and Christmas) on top of eight bank holidays (and an opportunity to purchase up to an additional week of holiday)
• Great pension – we contribute 10% into your defined contributions pension scheme
• Travel perks – discounted UniLink and Blue Star bus passes, a Cycle-to-Work scheme

To find out more about SUSU and our benefits, visit our website here.

Apply Now

You can easily apply using your CV and covering letter by clicking on 'Apply Now'.

For further information prior to submitting your application, please contact Joshua Smith by emailing [e-mail].

Closing Date: 12pm, 17 December 2025

Interview Date: 8 January 2026

Please note feedback will not be provided if you are not shortlisted for interview.

SUSU is an equal opportunities employer that values a diverse workforce and we want to reflect the student body that we represent. We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination and will ensure that our recruitment activities are mindful of equality and diversity matters.