College Administrator

Brunel University London; Uxbridge; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary research university in Uxbridge is seeking a highly organised College Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative support. The role involves managing communications, assisting with HR processes, and providing financial administration. Ideal candidates will have administrative experience, strong IT skills, and the ability to handle confidential information sensitively. The position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working approach.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Excellent training and development

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a busy administrative role, ideally within a large organisation.
• Ability to manage confidential information sensitively and professionally.
• A flexible, proactive approach and commitment to supporting colleagues and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality administrative support to College staff.
• Support departmental committees and boards.
• Assist with HR-related processes.
• Manage communications with stakeholders.
• Support financial processes including expenses and timesheets.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills including Microsoft Office

Customer service awareness

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above)

A-levels or equivalent

Job description

Location: Brunel, University of London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary: Grade 5 from £29,450 to £33,313 inclusive of London Weighting, with potential to progress to £35,054 per annum, Inclusive of London Weighting through sustained exceptional contribution.

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time

About Us

Brunel, University of London is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university, delivering economic, social, and cultural benefits since 1966. We are committed to driving efficiency, delivering effectiveness, and fostering an inclusive workplace.

The Role

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive College Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support across the College. This role is essential to the smooth running of departmental operations and contributes directly to enhancing the student and staff experience.

You will support a wide range of activities including committee servicing, event coordination, HR processes, financial administration, and communications. Working closely with the College Business Manager and academic staff, you will play a key role in ensuring the effective delivery of college operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high quality administrative support to College staff, including HR and finance support, and minute-taking.
• Support departmental committees and boards, ensuring accurate documentation and timely follow-up of actions.
• Assist with HR-related processes.
• Manage communications and ensure the College Business Manager is briefed on key matters.
• Support financial processes including expenses, timesheets, and stationery orders.Maintain accurate records using Microsoft Office tools.
• Contribute to reports and continuous improvement of administrative processes.

About You (You Will Have)

• GCSEs (Grade C or above) in English and Maths; A-levels or equivalent desirable.
• Proven experience in a busy administrative role, ideally within a large organisation.
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to manage confidential information sensitively and professionally.
• A flexible, proactive approach and commitment to supporting colleagues and stakeholders.
• Understanding of customer service practices and general awareness of the HE environment.

Why Join Brunel?

• Be part of a vibrant university community.
• Generous annual leave plus discretionary closure days.
• Excellent training, development, and pension schemes.
• Hybrid working approach.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Closing date for applications: 4 January 2026 [Midnight]

Interviews will take place w/c: 19 January 2026

For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk

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Join us in supporting the success of students and staff across the College!

All applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.

Brunel University London has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our aim is to promote and achieve a fully inclusive workforce to reflect our community.