Administrative Assistant, Centre for Climate Repair (Fixed Term)

The Role:

Our team is growing rapidly and we are seeking to recruit an Administrative Assistant to help the growing needs of the Centre. The post is an interesting and varied job allowing you to work closely with the Centre Directors as well as providing administrative support to the Centre and the Programme Manager. This will include multiple diaries and inboxes management, organising travel, assisting with events organisation, taking minutes and general administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the Centre. The post-holder will also have the opportunity to develop many areas of their work and should enjoy the opportunity to work on their own initiative.

The post is available as either a Part Time (0.8FTE) or Full Time (1FTE) post, depending on the requirements of the post-holder. We also welcome applications for flexible working arrangements.

About You:

The successful applicant will have excellent organisational and communication skills and be flexible and adaptable to the requirements of the team. We are a small team so we will be seeking an individual who is willing to work effectively with other team members and have a positive attitude. The role holder must be able to demonstrate knowledge of facts, principles, processes and general concepts related to Administrative work in a small research team. Excellent and accurate written English, the ability to prioritise workload across multiple tasks and to meet deadlines together with a high level of attention to detail, are also essential. The postholder will be responsible with the ability to exhibit tact and diplomacy, recognising when a matter being handled is confidential.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 December 2026 in the first instance.

How to Apply:

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 December 2026 in the first instance.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above.

On the online form you should explain the reasons for your application and how your knowledge, skills and experience match the requirements of the role. The full contact details of two referees should be included; please note that we will assume that you are happy for us to approach your referees at any stage, unless you indicate otherwise in the space provided on the form.

Informal inquiries or requests to arrange a site visit and find out more information may be directed to Natalie Selwood at nas56@cam.ac.uk.

Informal inquiries can be made by contacting LE46300@maths.cam.ac.uk

Closing date for applications is 06 July 2025.

Interviews will take place as soon as possible following the closing date.

Please quote reference LE46300 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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