Deputy Student Administration Manager

University of Bristol; Bristol; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Deputy Student Administration Manager to enhance student administration processes. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a vibrant team in a dynamic environment, focusing on student welfare and academic support. The successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders to drive process improvements and ensure compliance with university policies. If you are passionate about fostering a positive student experience and have a knack for administration, this position is tailored for you. Join a forward-thinking university committed to inclusivity and excellence in education.

Qualifications

• Experience in student administration roles is essential.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage student administration processes and support academic staff.
• Provide expert advice on university policies and handle escalated issues.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The role

We are looking to appoint a hardworking, and enthusiastic individual to join the School as Deputy Student Administration Manager. This role is a rewarding leadership position in a friendly, busy team that covers undergraduate and postgraduate administration in the School of Sociology Politics and International Studies. This is a fixed term role arising from a secondment to another University role.

What will you be doing?

You will be working alongside, and deputising for, theStudent Administration Manager, playing a key role in managing student administration processes, supporting students and academic staff, and supporting team members that you line manage as well as the wider team on a daily basis. You will provide expert advice on university policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and best practice, while also handling escalated student issues with professionalism and care. The role involves working collaboratively to develop and enhance administrative processes, support the implementation of centrally led initiatives, and using data analysis to inform decision-making. As a key point of contact for student welfare concerns, you will help direct students to the appropriate support services, working closely with the Senior Tutor team.

You should apply if

You are a skilled administrator with experience in a student role, strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with staff and students at all levels. You should be confident in managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and proactive in identifying and driving process improvements. If you enjoy working collaboratively, providing exceptional support to students and colleagues, and using your initiative to support delivery of a positive student experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional information

For informal queries about the role please contact:

Keeta Hopkins [e-mail]

Contract type:Fixed term until 31/07/2026 (cover role)

This advert will closeat23:59 UK timeon Monday 26th May 2025

Our strategy and mission

We recently launched ourstrategyto 2030 tying together our mission, vision and values.

The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in aninclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential.We wantto attract, develop, and retain individualswith different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.

Available documents

• SUPP112326_DSAM_Job Description.pdf
• The Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences.pdf

£34,132 to £39,355. Grade H, per annum