Administrative Support Specialist

6 days ago


Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom University of Northampton Full time

About the Role

The University of Northampton is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Administrative Support Specialist to provide expert administrative and secretarial support to the Director and their executive team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a high level of administrative support, including:

  • Managing the Director's inbox and diary, prioritizing tasks and ensuring timely completion of projects
  • Providing administrative support to the executive team, including preparing meeting materials, taking minutes, and following up on actions
  • Monitoring and managing the IT Services budget, including tracking expenditure, identifying inaccuracies, and processing amendments
  • Maintaining and administering all paperwork and records relating to staffing, including personal information, annual leave, sick absence, and training records
  • Providing excellent communication and customer service skills, building positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Experience of working in an administrative or support post, with significant experience working effectively for one or more senior manager(s) within a busy team
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent communication skills
  • A flexible and problem-solving approach to work, with excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
  • Great attention to detail and the ability to work accurately and efficiently
  • The ability to put our customers first and build positive relationships within the team and with other departments

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

  • 5 GCSE's or equivalent
  • A professional qualification in a related discipline (desirable)

About Us

The University of Northampton is a dynamic and forward-thinking institution, committed to transforming lives and inspiring change. We are a Changemaker Campus, recognized for our work in social impact and our commitment to making a positive difference in the world. Our Waterside Campus is a state-of-the-art facility, designed to reflect the way that students actually learn. We are proud of our reputation for innovation and excellence, and we are seeking a talented and experienced Administrative Support Specialist to join our team.



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