Anglia Ruskin University
Front Desk and Office Coordinator (Student Union)
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About ARU
Job Category
Administrative
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Employment Type
Part time
Salary
£15,351.20 per annum (based on full time equivalent £26,824.60)
Location
Chelmsford
Closing Date
25/08/2026
Ref No
4033
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Front Desk And Office Coordinator
Salary: £15,351.20 per annum (based on full time equivalent £26,824.60)
Location: Chelmsford
20 hours per week
We're looking for a Front Desk and Office Coordinator to join our Chelmsford Campus Team - someone who is enthusiastic and motivated to ensure a friendly, welcoming and informative central enquiry point for all our visitors. They are committed to delivering excellent customer service standards whilst working in a democratic environment.
What You'll Be Doing
- Be a first point of contact for queries whilst creating a warm welcome for visitors and demonstrating a well-rounded knowledge of the Union and its services.
- Administration tasks for front desk services and supporting the Chelmsford Campus Team including, but not limited to: room and appointment bookings, risk assessments, processing finance requests, office stock management and purchases, till operations and signposting to other relevant departments.
- Liaise with university departments including cleaning, postage and maintenance teams ensuring services are maintained at all times.
- Assist with the maintenance of the student space, office and kitchen areas.
- Actively participate in delivering key campus events including Elections and Welcome Week, and assist with the organisation of staff events including meetings and away days.
- Promote an inclusive, supportive environment and encourage student creativity and innovation.
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Who We're Looking For
- Someone with excellent customer service experience and strong communication skills which allows you to engage with our student members; including answering queries in person and via email from student societies, academic representatives and students in need of advice.
- You are organised, approachable and patient with the ability to display discretion, empathy, integrity and confidentiality.
- Have great time management and prioritising skills which allows you to support planning and delivery of events.
- You are customer focused and flexible, allowing you to work with a range of people.
- Have great understanding and knowledge of current issues affecting students, students’ Unions and the Higher Education sector.
- Strong experience in Microsoft Office.
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Why join us?
This is a role which allows you to meet the needs of the students where you will create an inviting and supportive work and social environment. There are a range of opportunities for self-development and training within your role.
We are fully committed to Equality and Diversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
For a job pack with full information about the role, please click [here](job pack link).
Applications welcome until 23:00 on Tuesday 25th August. Please don't wait until the last moment to apply; if we have a high volume of applications, we may close this role early.
Interviews will be held during w/c 7th September.
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