Global Partnerships Operations Administrator

The Department

This role will be based in the Global Partnerships Office, which is responsible for supporting the growth and operational delivery of the University’s UK and international partnership work. The Global Partnerships Office is a highly valued team, and the growth and success of global partnerships is a key component of the University’s strategic plan.

The Role 

The key focus of this role is to support the operations and administration of the University’s current academic partnerships in the UK and overseas. The post holder will support key areas including student lifecycle milestones, quality assurance activities and communication with partners. The main purposes of the job include maintenance of records relating to Global Partnerships operational activities, coordinating partnership monitoring, and supporting the organisation of key events and meetings with academic partners and internal stakeholders. 

The Person 

The post holder will report to the Deputy Head of the Global Partnerships Office (Operations) but will also liaise closely with the Operations Managers and the Global Partnerships Officer. The team operates in a dynamic environment, so flexibility, being comfortable with autonomy and a ‘can-do’ attitude are key requisites. 

The person will have a first degree or equivalent professional experience as well as:

• Prior experience of working at a high level within an administrative function 
• Experience of working in an office environment as part of a client-focused team  
• Experience of oral and written communication at a professional level 
• Experience of handling and managing data, including online file storage and document sharing 
• Well-developed writing skills 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 
• Attention to detail and high written accuracy 
• Excellent oral communication skills 
• Excellent planning, organising and scheduling skills 
• Experience of using corporate systems for education purposes, for example, a student records system 
• Good data management, analysis and data presentation skills 
• The ability to build positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and at all levels in an organisation 
• Customer service skills and ability to service enquiries from a diverse range of clients 
• Highly self-motivated, organised and undertakes tasks with a methodical approach 
• Experience of using initiative in the working environment 
• Ability to plan and organise meetings 
• Ability to work successfully as part of a team 
• A demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion principles 

How to Apply   

Please email hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk if you need any assistance with the application process. 

Interviews are expected to be held in the week commencing 11^th August 2025.  

For informal enquiries about the position please contact:

Dr Rebecca Day, Head of the Global Partnerships Office; Rebecca.Day@uwl.ac.uk  

Additional Information 

Read more about working at the University of West London at:

https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl 

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.  

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point. 

This position does not meet the University criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.

DBS check is not required for this role.

We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.  

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found. 

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