Postgraduate Research Administrator [Progression and Support]

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Postgraduate Research Administrator to join their Doctoral Academy team in Manchester. This role is perfect for someone who is proactive and enthusiastic, with a strong background in student support. You'll leverage your organisational and problem-solving skills to manage student data and engage with the PGR community. The position offers a market-leading pension scheme, exceptional annual leave, and health services, ensuring a supportive work environment. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the education sector, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Market-leading Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Exceptional Annual Leave

Paid Closure over Christmas

Local and National Discounts

Qualifications

• Proactive and enthusiastic with experience in student support.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and interpret student data using relevant systems.
• Collaborate closely with academic and professional staff.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Student Data Management

Education

Experience in Student Support

Tools

Reporting Tools

Job description

Postgraduate Research Administrator [Progression and Support], Manchester

Client: The University of Manchester

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 814ffa2e1ab3

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

The Faculty of Science and Engineering is looking to recruit a Postgraduate Research Administrator, specialising in Progression & Support within the Doctoral Academy. The ideal candidate will be proactive and enthusiastic, with experience in student support within the education sector. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to manage and interpret student data using relevant systems and reporting tools. Excellent communication skills are key, as the role involves close collaboration with academic and professional staff, as well as engagement with the PGR community.

What you will get in return:

• Market-leading Pension scheme
• Employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over Christmas
• Local and national discounts at major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University supports flexible working arrangements, which may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries or accept CVs/applications from recruitment agencies. Recruitment agencies should contact emailprotected. Any CVs submitted by agencies will be considered a gift.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates must demonstrate their right to work in the UK.

Enquiries about vacancy shortlisting and interviews:

https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

Note: The vacancy closes at midnight on the closing date.

Additional Information: Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document containing the person specification criteria.