Registry Support Administrator

We have one simple promise - to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 - making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Registry strives to provide an outstanding service to all our users and to be thought leaders in our fields of expertise, developing research informed practise. Registry teams work collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver a high-performance culture that promotes wellbeing, diversity and opportunity for all, supporting excellent student experience.

The University is committed to providing an inclusive student experience, which offers all students the opportunity to achieve to their full potential.

About the Role

The role will provide a confidential support service to the Director of Student & Academic Services (SAAS) who is a member of the University Leadership Group (ULG), Registry Leadership Team and the wider Registry. The role will undertake support to the Registry Support Officer and will undertake duties such as diary and inbox management, event coordination, Finance overview/governance, Registry corporate communications along with committee and meeting servicing. You will also assist in Registry activities at key times such as clearing enrolment, graduation, open days.

This role is part time, 16 hours per week.

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented candidate with experience in administrative roles within a service environment. The ideal candidate will be skilled in minute-taking, handling sensitive situations with discretion, and managing confidential information appropriately.

You should have a proven ability to proactively manage a diverse workload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines while adapting to changing circumstances. Strong organisational, time management, and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to build and maintain effective relationships.

Attention to detail and excellent written communication skills are crucial, along with digital literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office and administrative business systems. Knowledge of data protection principles is also required. The role may occasionally involve late or weekend work.

If you are adaptable and thrive in a dynamic administrative setting, we encourage you to apply!

Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
Local Government Pension Scheme
Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
Discounted onsite gym
Discounted access to Devonshire Spa
Cycle to Work scheme
A flexible working environment
A commitment to personal and professional development
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