School Administrator

The opportunity
University of the Arts London is looking for a highly organised and experienced School Administrator to join the School Operations team at Central Saint Martins.

Reporting to the School Operations Manager, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to one of the School’s Deans. This is a pivotal role that involves managing the Dean’s diary, coordinating meetings and events, preparing agendas and minutes, and serving as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

You will maintain a School-wide tracker to monitor progress against institutional priorities, supporting financial and project management tasks, and overseeing administrative processes related to School-led initiatives. Additional responsibilities include managing expenses, arranging travel and hospitality, maintaining file systems and supporting the production of reports and presentations.

You will also be expected to assist with ad hoc projects across the School and College and provide cover for colleagues within the wider College Operations team as needed.

About you
You will be a confident and well-organised individual with meticulous attention to detail and strong communication skills. You will be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and experienced in managing complex diaries, taking accurate minutes, and handling confidential information. The ability to prioritise tasks, meet tight deadlines, and communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders is also crucial.

A background in a customer service-focused role, with a commitment to enhancing the student or client experience, is advantageous. You will also be an excellent problem-solver, who is capable of developing administrative processes and working collaboratively in a team setting.

We are UAL
University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

For further details and to apply please click the 'Apply' button.

Closing date: 27^th May 2025, 23:55.

Our culture
UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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