Academic Administrator – Foundation Degrees

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

📋 Description

• Deliver high-quality administrative assistance to facilitate the effective execution of academic activities within the School of Foundation Degrees.

• Collaborate closely with academic leaders and key stakeholders.

• Work together with the broader Faculty to maintain consistency and efficiency in processes.

• Organize a variety of activities and handle competing priorities.

• Aid in the implementation of academic projects and initiatives.

• Utilize digital tools to ensure the seamless day-to-day operations of the School.

• Foster a positive and collaborative working atmosphere.

• Contribute to the successful achievement of the Faculty’s objectives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in providing administrative support within a professional setting, including assistance to senior stakeholders.

• Strong organizational abilities, capable of managing multiple priorities, meeting deadlines, and working efficiently under pressure.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the capability to engage confidently with a diverse range of stakeholders.

• High attention to detail and a systematic approach to tasks, with the ability to operate independently.

• Proactive problem-solving capabilities, with the confidence to take initiative and enhance processes when necessary.

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

• Ability to track progress, follow up on actions, and manage data effectively.

• Strong understanding of financial administration processes, including the creation of purchase orders and verifying data accuracy.

• Familiarity with handling sensitive information and a solid understanding of data protection regulations, such as GDPR.

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

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

• Awareness of current key issues within the higher education sector is desirable.

• Experience in SharePoint management and knowledge of VLE platforms is desirable.

🏝️ Benefits

• 30 days of holiday plus bank holidays on top.

• Closure during the Christmas period.

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

• BUPA Cash Plan.

• Coverage for Private Medical Insurance (applicable to certain job roles).

• Access to Perkbox benefits.

• Opportunity to study any Arden course for free.

• Discounts available for family and friends.

• ‘Golden Ticket’ opportunity to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education.

• Remote working arrangements with minimal to no travel required to the Coventry head office or UK campuses.

• Participation in the Disability Confident Employer scheme, which includes a potential guaranteed interview for qualifying disabled applicants.