Administrative Officer

2 posts 1 x Full Time, Open ended and 1 Full Time, Fixed Term until July 2027 

Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University.    

About the Department  

The Research and Innovation Office plays a leading role in shaping and delivering the University’s research and innovation activities and provides a high quality, added value and seamless service to researchers across the research development pipeline.  

The Office incorporates a number of different teams that provide support for: nurturing partnerships and collaborations; identifying and applying for funding; managing research projects and assuring compliance with policy; improving the visibility of research outputs; fostering the impact, intellectual property and commercialisation of research; and the nurturing of research leadership skills through training and skills development programmes.  

The Research and Innovation Office also works closely with other Professional Services across the University. 

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for: 

The post holder will be responsible for support for wider Research and Innovation Office, including:  

• Business & General Administration supporting Research & Innovation colleagues – Purchasing & ordering, travel and accommodation bookings, booking meeting rooms & catering, general point of contact for both internal colleagues and external clients.  
• Recruitment & HR – Running recruitment campaigns, arranging and supporting interview days, processing sickness and leave details for the wider office, signposting to the central University HR team where required.  

The ideal post holder will have excellent administrative and IT skills, be able to work with accuracy and attention to detail, both individually and as part of a team. Previous experience of the Clarity Travel booking portal or the iTrent HR management system are desirable, but not essential as training will be given.   

About the University 

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.   

Informal enquiries should be directed to Stacey Croucher, via email to S.S.Croucher@lboro.ac.uk. 

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

Application Process  

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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 Stacey Croucher We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job. 

Closing Date: 16 August 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 24 August 2026

Our Benefits

We’re committed to creating an environment where you can flourish. You’ll enjoy generous time off, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, plus a holiday purchase scheme. Other benefits include flexible and hybrid working options, family-friendly support, world-class sporting facilities, and a wide range of financial, health, and sustainability perks. Discover more about our full range of rewards and benefits.

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