CPD & Conference Admin - Flexible, Detail‑Oriented Support

University of Aberdeen; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Aberdeen is seeking an proactive Administrator to support academic-related staff as they develop conferences, training, education and other activities. You will handle a fast-paced, project-based workload, using strong MS Office skills and excellent communication with internal and external customers.

You will be line managed by the Business Development Officer, with task allocation from multiple project leads.

Qualifications

• Experience providing administrative support to academic-related staff.
• Ability to prioritise a diverse workload with competing demands.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support development of conferences, training and education activities.
• Provide efficient administrative support to internal and external customers.
• Assist with project-based task allocation under guidance from lead staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Prioritisation

Education

English and Maths Standard Grade or equivalent

Tools

Event management system

Financial systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Aberdeen is seeking an proactive Administrator to support academic-related staff as they develop conferences, training, education and other activities. You will handle a fast-paced, project-based workload, using strong MS Office skills and excellent communication with internal and external customers.

You will be line managed by the Business Development Officer, with task allocation from multiple project leads.