Exams Administrator (Digital Support)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days annual leave

Structured training plan

Weekly check-ins with supervisor

Personal and professional development

University-wide networking

Supportive, inclusive environment

Job summary

The Exam Operations team at the University of Cambridge is seeking a conscientious team player to support the delivery of digital examinations and related services. The role sits within Student Administration and works closely with the Digital Assessment Programme to ensure smooth, secure exam delivery across undergraduate and taught postgraduate courses.

The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues across the Exam Operations and Digital Assessment Programme teams, handling a range

Qualifications

• Role requires high level of meticulousness, accuracy and organisation.
• Ability to work under pressure with a wide and complex workload.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Quick to adapt to change and contribute to team success.
• Experience in a digital-focused role or environment.

Skills

meticulous

organised

interpersonal skills

collaborative

adaptable

conscientious

digital focus

Job description

The Exam Operations team are looking to recruit a conscientious team player who will contribute to our continuing success.

The Team

The Exam Operations team sit within the Student Administration section of Education Services, supporting the academic purposes of the University, and provides expert administrative support and advice to the University and Colleges relating to operational delivery of exams and reasonable adjustments for undergraduate and taught postgraduate courses. It also manages the administration of mitigating circumstances and allowances for undergraduate and taught postgraduate students.

About the Role

This role has been introduced to support with the delivery of those functions listed above with a primary focus on digital assessment and the services and support for stakeholders including students and departments. The work and activities will initially cross over between the Digital Assessment Programme (DAP) and Business as Usual (BAU).

The Digital Assessment Programme is establishing a centrally supported digital examinations service for the University, enabling departments to transition appropriate handwritten, in-person summative examinations to a secure digital platform.

The role will collaborate closely with colleagues across the Exam Operations team and the Digital Assessment Programme team to ensure smooth digital exam delivery.

The work involved in this role will be varied and key responsibilities are included in the further particulars document.

Role Requirements

• are highly meticulous, accurate, and organised;
• are able to work under pressure and with a wide and complex workload;
• have good interpersonal and communication skills;
• have the ability to work collaboratively;
• are quick to adapt to change
• are conscientious and will contribute to the continuing success of the team;
• have experience of working within a digital focused role or environment

Benefits

• generous annual leave 36 days (including Bank Holidays),
• a clear training plan, with supportive training being delivered by colleagues within the team;
• regular check in's (weekly) with your Supervisor and / or Line Manager and an annual review;
• a Personal and Professional development plan to encourage future growth and access to various University training courses
• the opportunity to network within the Student Services Centre and with Colleges, Departments and individuals across the wider University;
• a supportive, inclusive and engaging working environment.

Interviews will be held in person on Thursday 26th November 2026 in the Student Services Centre.

If you would like more information about the role, informal enquiries can be directed by email to [e-mail].

Reference: AB51011

Closing Date: Sunday 8th November 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 26th November 2026

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.