Research Administrator

Usdaw; Salford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 hours per week

Holiday entitlement 24–32 days plus BH

Onsite parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Health assessments

Job summary

Usdaw is seeking a Research Administrator for its Head Office in Salford Quays. The role is office-based, 34 hours per week, with a salary starting at £29,891.21 per year and rising to £35,278.53 after four years. Generous holiday, parking and cycle/season ticket benefits are provided.

Key duties include admin support, managing the pay and conditions database, and producing recruitment reports. Closing date noon on Wednesday, 30th September 2026.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and plan effectively.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Able to work well in a team and manage changing priorities.
• A methodical approach with close attention to detail and judgement.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support for the Research and Policy department.
• Administer the Usdaw pay and conditions database.
• Produce statistical reports on recruitment activities.
• Respond to changing needs of the Union and workplace.

Skills

Prioritisation

Communication

Teamwork

Planning and organisation

Attention to detail

Sound judgement

Adaptability

Education

Relevant administrative experience

Job description

Research Administrator - Head Office - Ref 971

Salary:£29,891.21 pa rising to £35,278.53 pa after 4 years' service.

Location:Head Office, Salford Quays, M50 3XZ

The Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers is one of the UK's largest trade unions.

A vacancy exists for a Research Administrator based at the Union’s Head Office.Please note that this position is fully office based.

What we Offer:

• 34 hours week
• Generous holiday entitlement – 24 days rising to 32 days plus bank and customary holidays (pro‑rata to commencing month in holiday year and number of days a week worked).
• Free onsite parking, subject to availability.
• Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to passing probation and length of contract).
• Season Ticket Loan (subject to length of contract).
• Free health assessments (post probation).

The Union does not currently offer sponsorship.

The principal duties are: under the general direction of the Head of Research and Policy, to provide general administrative support in connection with the smooth running of the department, to administer the Usdaw pay and conditions database and produce statistical reports on recruitment activities.

The successful applicant will possess: the ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and have well‑developed planning and organisational skills; the ability to communicate effectively; the ability to work harmoniously in a team and with individual colleagues; a methodical approach with close attention to detail; the ability to make sound judgements and know when to refer more complex queries; the ability to respond to change, and be adaptable and flexible to the changing needs of the job and the Union.

The closing date is noon on Wednesday, 30th September 2026.

Usdaw is an Equal Opportunities Employer.