Administrative Services Coordinator

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity for an Administrative Services Coordinator to become an integral part of our dynamic Operations team at Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute.

Do you take pride in keeping things running smoothly?

Are you organised and able to multitask?

Do you dream of working in a vibrant and inclusive environment where a community of over 350 scientists, clinicians, students, operational and technical staff are committed to scientific excellence and accelerating progress for cancer patients?

As our Administrative Services Coordinator, you'll be at the heart of our operations, helping ensure the efficient day-to-day running of the Institute. You will be responsible for organising the Institute Seminar Series: facilitating a continuous weekly programme of external speakers as well as providing support for other Institute internal seminars and events. Your duties will be varied, ranging from managing schedules and coordinating meetings to assisting with important projects. You will be the go-to person who keeps things on track. Your attention to detail and proactive mindset will make you an invaluable asset.

What you'll do:

• Efficiently plan the seminar series, coordinating calendars, making travel arrangements, and setting up multimedia equipment.
• Organise meetings and prepare necessary materials.
• Assist in planning and facilitating Institute events.
• Handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality.
• Manage communications throughout the Institute and with our partners.
• Tackle ad hoc tasks and challenges with enthusiasm.
• Provide a professional and proficient interface with internal and external colleagues.
• Contribute to content creation for our website and social media platforms.

About you:

You should be educated to degree level (or equivalent) or have equivalent relevant work experience and have:

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication abilities, both written and verbal along with proof reading skills and strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and calendar management tools.
• A friendly and approachable demeanor even under pressure.
• Problem-solving attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Previous experience in an administrative role is a plus, but not a must.

Why choose Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute?

The Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute (www.cruk.manchester.ac.uk), an Institute of The University of Manchester (www.manchester.ac.uk), is a world-leading centre for excellence in cancer research. The Institute is core funded by Cancer Research UK (www.cancerresearchuk.org), the largest independent cancer research organisation in the world. We are situated within the brand-new Paterson Building, and the Oglesby Building on the site of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust in South Manchester (www.christie.nhs.uk), one of the largest cancer treatment centres in Europe.  These factors combine to provide an exceptional environment which supports our ambitions of integrated basic and clinical translational cancer research.

For any informal enquiries about this post, please contact Ruth Cox: ruth.cox@cruk.manchester.ac.uk

Closing date: Sunday 22 October 2023.

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