Grade 4 – £ p.a. depending on experience
This position is located on the University campus and may be performed in a hybrid manner. Flexible working arrangements can be discussed.
Are you dedicated to providing an exceptional student experience? Do you seek a challenging role that involves diverse activities? Are you highly organized and possess strong communication skills?
The University of Leeds ranks among the top 135 universities globally. Our community is truly international, with over 39,000 students from 170 different countries and more than 9,000 staff members representing 100 nationalities. Established in 1904, we have a longstanding tradition of academic excellence, evident in our first-class student education and impactful research worldwide.
In this role, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to a busy team that focuses on global opportunities at the University. You will play a vital role in supporting various opportunities, including outgoing study abroad placements, the incoming study abroad program, and Leeds International Summer School (LISS). Additionally, you will support the wider team and foster relationships with exchange partners to effectively assist students during their time abroad.
We seek a team player who is flexible, highly organized, and dedicated to delivering a quality service. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are necessary, along with the ability to work under pressure.
Two positions are available: Global Opportunities Assistant (Outgoing), which primarily supports outgoing study abroad placements, and Global Opportunities Assistant (Incoming), which focuses on supporting LISS and the incoming study abroad program.
In return, we offer:
– 26 days of holiday, plus 16 Bank Holidays/days when the University is closed by custom (including Christmas), totaling 42 days per year
– A generous pension scheme
– Health and well-being benefits, including discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art campus gym, access to courses provided by our Organizational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development opportunities in various areas
– On-site childcare, shopping discounts, and travel schemes
And much more!
Interviews will be conducted in person on January 24th and 25th, 2024.
To learn more about this position or for any inquiries, please contact:
Rochelle Harris, Global Opportunities Manager
Email: R.A.Harris@leeds.ac.uk
Location: Leeds – Main Campus
Contract type: Ongoing
For more information, please refer to the Candidate Brief