Administrative Assistant
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Location: Birmingham
Pay: £16.52 per hour
Contract: Fixed-term, December 2026 – September 2027
Hours: Part-time, 0.6 FTE (approximately 11 days per month)
We are recruiting an organised and proactive Administrative Assistant to support a research programme within a higher education institution.
You will provide day-to-day administrative support to senior academic staff and the wider programme team, helping ensure the smooth running of programme activities.
Key Responsibilities
Manage diaries, schedule meetings and prepare briefing materials.
Arrange travel and accommodation, and process expenses.
Support the organisation of meetings, events and online webinars.
Assist with website updates, newsletters and communications.
Maintain administrative records, inventories and project trackers.
Take meeting minutes and monitor research publications and outputs.
Update management information systems and ensure records are accurate.
About You
Previous experience in an administrative or personal assistant role.
Experience working within a higher education institution is desirable.
Good IT skills and confidence using digital platforms.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Flexible, proactive and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Apply today by submitting your CV or get in touch with Gabriele Strazdauskaite on (url removed)
or (phone number removed) for further information about the role
Location: Birmingham
Pay: £16.52 per hour
Contract: Fixed-term, December 2026 – September 2027
Hours: Part-time, 0.6 FTE (approximately 11 days per month)
We are recruiting an organised and proactive Administrative Assistant to support a research programme within a higher education institution.
You will provide day-to-day administrative support to senior academic staff and the wider programme team, helping ensure the smooth running of programme activities.
Key Responsibilities
Manage diaries, schedule meetings and prepare briefing materials.
Arrange travel and accommodation, and process expenses.
Support the organisation of meetings, events and online webinars.
Assist with website updates, newsletters and communications.
Maintain administrative records, inventories and project trackers.
Take meeting minutes and monitor research publications and outputs.
Update management information systems and ensure records are accurate.
About You
Previous experience in an administrative or personal assistant role.
Experience working within a higher education institution is desirable.
Good IT skills and confidence using digital platforms.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Flexible, proactive and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Apply today by submitting your CV or get in touch with Gabriele Strazdauskaite on (url removed)
or (phone number removed) for further information about the role