Operations Support Officer

Job description:

Are you an organised and proactive administrator looking to be part of a dynamic team at the heart of higher education? We are seeking an Operations Support Officer to join the School of Biosciences within the Faculty of Science.

This varied role will put you at the centre of a busy and collaborative environment, often acting as a first point of contact for staff, students and visitors. You’ll support the Operations Manager, and the Head of School Executive Assistant as required with the coordination and administration of School processes related to HR and Finance (including but not limited to resources, contract extensions, eligibility to work checks, monitoring of fixed term contract expiry, casual worker registration, workload planning, booking travel and goods receipting).

Working closely with administrative, technical and academic staff, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the School and helping us deliver an excellent experience for our staff and students. You’ll also contribute administrative support and guidance for School level pre-applications for the fellowship pipeline.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build your skills as part of a supportive professional services team while contributing to innovative, practical engineering education.

What we are looking for, the ideal candidate:

Working closely with administrative, technical and academic staff, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the department and helping us deliver an excellent experience for our students.

You’ll also contribute to exciting student activities beyond the curriculum, supporting opportunities that enhance their learning and development.

• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal confidently with staff, students and visitors.
• A flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• A team player who enjoys working collaboratively in a busy environment.

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