Senior Project & Programmes Administrator

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Administrator to join the Strategy Delivery & Transformation Department and support the delivery of the University's ambitious strategy. 

You will work in partnership with Project Managers, Business Change Managers, and programme sponsors to support the planning and delivery of specified projects, using the University’s best practice project framework to ensure success. This will include coordinating and servicing key programme boards and meetings, overseeing general project communications, and maintaining key project documentation such as project timelines and risk logs.

About you:

You will be able to work accurately within deadlines and conscious of relevant policies and procedures. You will bring excellent communication and organisational skills and have a keen eye for detail. You will be an engaged team member, but also able to work independently and manage your own workload. You will have a skill level (including experience and other qualifications) equivalent to the achievement of a professional qualification, with excellent IT skills. You will be professional, clear-thinking and act as a role model within the Strategy Delivery & Transformation Department. 

If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Karen Stedman, Operations Manager at karen.stedman@soton.ac.uk

Working at the University of Southampton:

Check out the staff benefits and why you should join us at The University of Southampton!

As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. We welcome applications from candidates who are committed to helping us create an inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, people who identify as LGBTQ+; and people with disabilities. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, the Global South, and other underrepresented groups.

About the University

The University of Southampton is a research-driven institution, home to some of the world’s leading minds, expanding our knowledge, and passing it on to future generations. We aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work.

The University Strategy Delivery & Transformation Department is responsible for supporting the delivery of the University’s strategy through our portfolio of Strategic Major Projects and Programmes. We would love you to help us achieve the remarkable and build an inclusive world.

The University of Southampton promotes a healthy work life balance with a generous holiday allowance, defined benefit pension, flexible working, generous parental leave and childcare provision. For more information on our benefits, please visit our human resources pages.

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