Research Institute Administrator

We are seeking to appoint a high quality and efficient administrative support to the Director of Research and the administration of the World of Work Institute (a collaborative Henley wide project aligned research and careers centre) and to support the research activities of the business school.

This role requires a good understanding of the University systems and processes. The post holder will have some control of their own workload and priorities as well as work without close daily supervision.

The core areas of this post are:

• Act as key administrator for the World of Work Institute centre.
• Providing administrative support for Henley research centres.
• Supporting the work developing Henley’s profile for the UK Research Excellence Framework.

You will have:

• Experience of Higher Education and Higher Education systems.
• Demonstrable ability of strong verbal and written communication.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills. 
• The enthusiasm and commitment to play a full part in building one of the world's leading full-service business schools.

Interview date - 29th August 2024

Informal contact details
Contact role: Director of the World of Work Institute
Contact name:Professor James Walker
Contact phone:0118 378 7374
Contact email: j.t.walker@henley.ac.uk

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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