Exams Administrator (Digital Support)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days annual leave

Training plan

Weekly check-ins

Annual review

Networking opportunities

Inclusive working environment

Job summary

The University of Cambridge is recruiting for a role within the Exam Operations team to support the delivery of digital assessments and related services. You will work across the Digital Assessment Programme and BAU teams, providing administrative support for exams, reasonable adjustments, and stakeholder liaison.

The role requires meticulous, organised individuals with strong communication skills who can work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities within a busy academic environment.

Qualifications

• Meticulous, accurate and organised work style.
• Ability to manage a wide and complex workload under pressure.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Quick to adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of digital assessments and related services for students and departments.
• Collaborate across the Digital Assessment Programme (DAP) and BAU teams to ensure smooth exam delivery.
• Provide administrative support and guidance in exams and reasonable adjustments as required.

Skills

Meticulous

Organised

Communication

Collaborative

Adaptable

Job description

The Exam Operations team are looking to recruit a conscientious team player who will contribute to our continuing success.The TeamThe 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 RoleThis 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.Given the role requirements, we invite applications from individuals who: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 changeare conscientious and will contribute to the continuing success of the team;have experience of working within a digital focused role or environmentIn return we would offer you: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 coursesthe 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.Further information is available via the link below.If you would like more information about the role, informal enquiries can be directed by email to [e-mail] quote reference AB51011 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.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.Reference: AB51011Closing Date: Sunday 8th November 2026Interview Date: Thursday 26th November 2026If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact [e-mail] quote reference AB51011 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.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.Apply online