Postgraduate Research Operations Assistant

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom The University of Manchester Full time

We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive individual to join the Doctoral Academy team in the Faculty of Science and Engineering at The University of Manchester. The successful candidate will have relevant knowledge and experience of working in administrative support in a customer service setting.

The role of the PGR Operations Assistant is to provide efficient, effective and flexible administrative support within the Examinations Team. The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent attention to detail and good organisational skills, with the ability to deal with multiple and competing deadlines.

As first point of contact, you will be responding to queries from Postgraduate Researchers and academic colleagues. You will also be responsible for ensuring that the PGR examinations process is completed according to policy and procedures.

The University of Manchester is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons. We are committed to the principles of the Race Equality Charter Mark and would particularly welcome applications from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community who are currently under-represented at this level in this area.

Please note that this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post.

Our University is positive about flexible working and blended working arrangements may be considered.



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