The role
We are looking for an experienced and effective administrator to support the Project Manager, Smart Internet Manager and PI for a government research project - REASON.
REASON is led by the University of Bristol, developing a roadmap for open 6G network architectures, with a focus on Native AI and UK Born technologies, which will set the framework for new developments across the entire technology stack.
This project includes Universities, large vendors, Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) & SME’s as key stakeholders.
What will you be doing?
- Provide general administrative support – assisting with collating information for project reporting, managing mailing lists, MyERP timesheets, reconciling credit card purchases, booking travel and hotels, and supporting with recruitment and adhoc tasks.
- Support management team meetings – managing diaries, setting up meetings, minuting and updating actions.
- Assist with financial tasks - supporting the Project Manager with purchasing items and managing budgets.
- Provide operational support for the project - working closely with the team to manage the space occupied and assisting with all requirements for new starters.
- Lead the management of a shared inbox, maintain related websites, SharePoint sites, Twitter and LinkedIn accounts, and e-newsletters. Handle inquiries and communications with project partners and subcontractors.
- Design and prepare a range of documents and publicity material.
- Provide planning and operational support for project-related events.
You should apply if
- You are enthusiastic and self-motivated individual looking for a varied administrative role.
- You have excellent organisational skills along with flexibility and initiative, able to prioritise own work and manage changing priorities as part of a diverse workload.
- You can build effective and collaborative working relationships with colleagues at all levels of seniority, including from other organisations.
Additional information
For informal queries please contact: Daniel Regan, Senior Project Manager REASON – d.regan@bristol.ac.uk
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Contract type: Fixed term until 31st March 2026
School/Unit: Engineering Industrial Liaison Office
This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on 09/07/2025
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