Policy Unit: Policy and Communications Administrator

Part-time (0.4FTE), Open-ended, Hybrid

Universities are one of this country’s greatest assets. We’re educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.

At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselves in the pursuit of better.

Loughborough University London is an exciting and innovative postgraduate campus which successfully opened on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in September 2015. The campus is of strategic significance to the international reputational growth of Loughborough University and is part of London’s new innovation quarter, Here East.

About the role

This is a key post in the Loughborough University Policy Unit. Based in London but working across the University, the Policy Unit provides expert guidance and advice on policy engagement and leads a programme of high-profile activities with senior policymakers regionally, nationally, and internationally.

As the Policy Unit: Policy and Communications Officer, you will provide administrative support for all aspects of the Policy Unit (including events). You will work closely with colleagues on Loughborough University London and East Midlands campuses as a key point of contact for the Policy Unit.

Why should you Apply?

With huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow.

If this sounds like the right place, team and role for you please do get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.

Potential applicants are encouraged to contact the Policy Unit Manager - Dr Charlotte Gilbert - C.Gilbert@lboro.ac.uk 

For more information, refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Application Process

For further support with your application, please refer to our application guidance, which includes some top tips to help you when completing your application.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional adjustments you’d like to request, please contact London-hr@lboro.ac.uk. We also offer reasonable adjustments at work.

Closing Date: 30 March 2026

Interview Date: week beginning 13 April 2026

Our Benefits

At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:

Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.

Where you work - exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Financial Wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.

Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.

Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.

Loughborough University is committed to allowing its employees to work dynamically with a combination of working on campus and remotely, where possible.

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