UK Partnerships Administrative Assistant

Centre for International Development and Training (CIDT); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK higher education institution seeks an Administrative Assistant for their UK Partnerships team. In this role, you'll provide essential administrative support, engage with UK partners, and offer a proactive approach to problem-solving. Candidates should be organized, possess excellent communication skills, and be capable of detail-oriented tasks. This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to significant partnership developments.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Standard Life Pension scheme

Long Service Recognition

Free Will Writing Service

Gym memberships discounts

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible & Agile Working

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience providing administrative support to teams.
• Strong skills in data input and accuracy.
• Ability to build effective relationships and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Head and Manager of the UK Partnerships team.
• Respond to enquiries from prospective UK partners.
• Support updates to the team's web pages.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

Can you help support the growth of UK Partnership activity at the University of Wolverhampton? We are seeking to recruit a UK Partnerships Administrative Assistant.

The University of Wolverhampton is at an exciting point in the development of its partnership provision, and we’re growing our team to support this evolving area. As a UK Partnerships Administrative Assistant, you’ll be joining us at a key moment, with the chance to contribute directly to how this team and area of work develops.

You’ll work closely with the Head and Manager of the UK Partnerships team, playing an active role in supporting our engagement with UK partner organisations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative environment and wants to help deliver our activities in a professional, focused and efficient manner.

We are seeking to employ an individual with experience of providing administrative support to teams. You will have strong organisation, communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build effective relationships, and be an ambassador for the university. You will be able to demonstrate strong data inputting and accuracy skills.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing administrative and organisational support to the Head and Manager of the UK Partnerships team
• Responding to initial enquiries from prospective new UK partners through our key information channels
• Supporting information updates to the team’s web pages

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong eye for detail and data inputting skills
• Confidence working both independently and as part of a team
• A positive, proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to become familiar with University of Wolverhampton systems
• Ability to travel to UK partners as required

This role offers the chance to be part of something new and meaningful, where your ideas, experience and input will directly influence how the team functions.

Join us, and help to support partnerships now and into the future.

Staff Benefits

You may be eligible to choose from a number of benefits during your appointment, subject to any rules applicable to the relevant benefit (as amended from time to time). Further details of these benefits are available on the intranet.

Your Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
• Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
• Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
• IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family &
• friends) & software discounts.

Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing

• Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
• Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
• Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
• Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff.
• Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
• Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.

Valuing You

• Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
• Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
• Free On-site Parking - available across campuses
• Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
• Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

Training and Development

• Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
• Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
• Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
• Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.

The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff

As part of our commitment to ensure the diversity of our staff body reflects those of the student and local communities we serve, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not define themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges).

PLEASE NOTE: Applications are scored against the criteria set out in the job description and person specifications attached to this advert. Applications are not assessed against the job advert so please ensure your applications are crafted against the Job Description and Person Specification contained within it.