Research Support Administrator

This role will be based on University campus with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Are you hard working with an eye for detail? Do you have administrative experience working in a busy office environment ideally in a research support or finance role? Do you want to join a team that is committed to supporting the strategic objectives and research culture of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures?

We are looking for a professional and proactive individual who will provide high quality, customer- focussed research support as part of our Faculty Research Office. You will support the provision of grants management and financial administration within the research office with particular responsibility for the post-award process. With experience of working to deadlines and independently prioritising multiple tasks, you will have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a wider support team. As a highly motivated, proactive individual you will be responsible for providing research grant management support to the Academic staff within the Faculty of AHC with a focus on post award activities.

You will need to show a high level of attention to detail and have the ability to organise, prioritise and work to tight deadlines. You will have a high level of interpersonal, communication and organisational skills and to be able to work on our own initiative, flexibly, proactively in a busy environment. We also require good problem solving skills to work through complex issues.

This vacancy is within the Finance Service, but it is based in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures. However, should the business need arise, and after full consultation with you, you may be deployed elsewhere within Finance Service.

Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role may only be suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants if they are eligible for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

What we offer in return:

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance.
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Cheryl Dodd, Email: C.Dodd@leeds.ac.uk

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