Academic Administrator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Deliver exceptional administrative support to a specific School within the Faculty of Business and Innovation.

• Collaborate closely with academic leaders and key stakeholders.

• Work in partnership with the broader Faculty to ensure processes are consistent and efficient.

• Coordinate a variety of academic activities.

• Handle competing priorities effectively.

• Assist with academic projects and initiatives.

• Utilize digital tools to facilitate the smooth daily operations of the School.

• Organize meetings and events, which includes scheduling, taking minutes, and managing documentation.

• Track progress and follow up on action items.

• Oversee data and financial administration, including managing purchase orders and ensuring data accuracy.

• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment while contributing to the achievement of Faculty objectives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in providing administrative support within a professional setting, particularly for senior stakeholders.

• Strong organizational abilities with a proven capacity to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform under pressure.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• High level of attention to detail and a systematic approach.

• Capability to work independently.

• Initiative and proactive problem-solving skills.

• Experience in coordinating meetings and events, including scheduling, minute-taking, and documentation management.

• Ability to monitor progress, follow up on actions, and manage data efficiently.

• Solid understanding of financial administration, including the ability to raise purchase orders and validate data accuracy.

• Experience in dealing with sensitive information and an understanding of data protection regulations, such as GDPR.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, encompassing Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Previous experience in a similar role within higher education or educational institutions is desirable.

• Awareness of current issues affecting the higher education sector is a plus.

• Experience with SharePoint management and familiarity with VLE platforms is desirable.

• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK or be eligible through an alternative visa route; skilled worker visa sponsorship is not available.

🏝️ Benefits

• 30 days of holiday in addition to bank holidays.

• Closure during the Christmas period.

• Aviva pension plan with company contributions starting at 7%.

• BUPA Cash Plan.

• Coverage for Private Medical Insurance for specific job roles.

• Access to Perkbox benefits.

• Opportunity to study any Arden course for free.

• Discounts for family and friends on Arden courses.

• Golden Ticket allowing you to gift a free Arden education to anyone.

• Primarily remote working arrangement with minimal to no travel required to the Coventry head office or UK campuses.