Compliance & Resources Assistant

University of Lancashire; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Preston is seeking a proactive Compliance and Resources Assistant. This role involves providing high-level administrative support related to resources, compliance, and risk management within the School of Medicine & Dentistry. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organisational skills, along with GCSEs in English and Maths. The position offers a great opportunity to develop skills in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Attractive annual leave entitlement

Comprehensive employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Experience across a broad range of administrative duties.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the team.
• Ensure alignment with internal policies and external regulations.
• Assist in governance, compliance, and risk management.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Planning skills

Ability to multitask

Education

GCSEs including English Language and Maths at Grade C/4

Job description

When you work for the University of Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

The School of Medicine & Dentistry is seeking a proactive and highly organised Compliance and Resources Assistant to join our team. This role provides high‑level administrative support to a team responsible for a range of areas including resources, governance, compliance, regulation, risk management, and the School’s professionally accredited programmes, ensuring alignment with both internal policies and external regulatory requirements.

About you:

The successful postholder will have experience across a broad range of administrative duties, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. You will have the ability to work independently, using initiative to progress tasks and resolve issues. Utilising strong communication, organisational and planning skills you will have an ability to multitask and deal with complex detail as well as dealing with confidential and sensitive information.

You will hold a range of GCSEs, including English Language and Maths at Grade C/4 or above, or appropriate equivalent experimental learning.

Informal enquiries are welcomed – please contact Sarah Hallmark, Governance and Regulatory Body Lead for the School of Medicine and Dentistry, via email in the first instance.

This is a great opportunity for someone seeking to gain experience in a new environment, working as part of a supportive team while developing skills in a busy and dynamic School setting.

Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston with occasional travel to the Universities’ other campuses.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.