Programme/Project Administrator (SF)

A founding member of the Russell Group, the University of Southampton is among the top 80 global universities and in the UK’s top 15. Our academics and global student community are helping to change the world for the better.

Our new University Strategy sets out a clear vision – that we inspire excellence to achieve the remarkable and build an inclusive world. Our Change Portfolio Office (CPO) is a friendly and busy team who are responsible for the delivery of strategic change across the University. 

At this exciting time when we are investing in our strategic portfolio, we are seeking a number of experienced and dynamic Project Administrators to join the CPO and support the delivery of the University's new and ambitious strategy.  This role is supporting the Successful Futures Project (SF). 

You will work in partnership with Project Managers, Business Change Managers, and programme sponsors to support the planning and delivery of specified projects, using the University’s best practice project framework to ensure success. This will include coordinating and servicing key programme boards and meetings, overseeing general project communications, and maintaining key project documentation such as project timelines and risk logs.  

About you: 

You’ll be able to work accurately within deadlines and conscious of relevant policies and procedures. You’ll bring excellent communication and organisational skills and have a keen eye for detail. You’ll be an engaged team member, but also able to work independently and manage your own workload. You’ll have a skill level (including experience and other qualifications) equivalent to the achievement of a professional qualification, with excellent IT skills. You’ll be professional, clear thinking and act as a role model within the Change Portfolio Office.   

If you’d like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Laura Howells, Head of Change Portfolio Office at L.E.Howells@soton.ac.uk   

Please be advised CPO are currently recruiting for multiple administrator roles, when applying there will be an option to select if you would like to be considered for these other roles, there will be no need to duplicate applications.  

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Application Procedure

You should submit your completed online application form by clicking the 'Apply' button above. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Janice Poon (HR Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750 or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk  Please quote reference 2173823JT on all correspondence.

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