Student Futures Team Assistant

LUCY CAVENDISH COLLEGE IN THE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days holiday (pro rata for part‑tim

Free meals on shift

6% employer contributory pension

Free car parking (if available)

Life assurance x3 salary

Health cash back scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing programme including yoga &/b

L&D opportunities

Job summary

Lucy Cavendish College, part of the University of Cambridge, invites applications for a part-time Student Futures Team Assistant to support the delivery of the Future Global Leaders Programme, Lucy Enterprise and other careers-related activities. The role also provides PA support to the Student Futures Director, managing diaries and travel arrangements.

The successful candidate will demonstrate meticulous administration, strong communication skills and the ability to work discretely within the

Qualifications

• Experience working in an administration role with high attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, or similar.
• Experience in planning and delivering events or activities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with digital communication tools (e.g., group emails, Canva).
• Diary and travel management experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide PA support to the Student Futures Director, including managing diary commitments.
• Assist with planning and delivering the Future Global Leaders Programme and other careers-related activities.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements.
• Liaise with College community and partner organisations to maintain relationships.
• Support events preparation, planning and delivery with a proactive approach.

Skills

Administrative experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Events planning

Discretion & confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Digital platforms (Canva)

Diary & travel management

Tools

Word

Excel

Office 365

Job description

Lucy Cavendish College, part of the University of Cambridge, is seeking to appoint a Student Futures Team Assistant to support the Student Futures team in delivering the College’s offerings in this area, including the Future Global Leaders Programme, Lucy Enterprise and other careers-related activities.

The successful candidate will also provide PA support to the Student Futures Director, to include managing and organising diary commitments, and organising domestic and international travel.

We seek a driven individual who shares our values to assist with planning and delivering the programmes to a high standard, consequently building and maintaining excellent relationships within the College community and with our partner organisations.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate:

• Previous administrative experience with exceptional attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages such as Word and Excel.
• Events preparation, planning and delivery experience (or keen interest in learning) with a proactive approach.
• Ability to act with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Digital communication platform experience (e.g. group mailing products and Canva) is desirable.
• Diary and travel management experience is very welcome.

In return we can offer a benefits package including:

• 36 days holiday (pro rata for part time)
• Free meals on shift
• A 6% employer contributory pension scheme
• Free car parking (if available)
• Life assurance x3 salary
• A health cash back scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing programme including free yoga and bootcamp sessions

Part-time hours are flexible to suit both the College and the individual, to be discussed at interview. During programme delivery periods (typically late-September and mid-March) additional evening and weekend hours may be needed for a short period with time off in lieu available.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 26 October 2026

Interview date: Monday 2 November 2026

Job Description and Person Specification

Lucy Cavendish College is committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve. Candidates are requested to complete the Equality Opportunities Monitoring Form as part of their application. The information provided is anonymous and will not be used in considering your application or given to the selection panel.