University of Exeter
Graduate Scheme & Talent Programmes Coordinator
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About The Role
INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY
This full-time post is available from Monday 24th August 2026 on a permanent basis.
The starting salary will be from £30,628 to £31,736 on Grade D, depending on knowledge, skills and experience.
This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working - some time on campus and some from home.
Main purpose of the job
The post holder will be a member of PS Connect (HR) and will be expected to successfully deliver the day-to-day operational work associated with the University of Exeter Future Leaders & Innovators Graduate Scheme & internal TIDE Programme. You will build effective relationships with stakeholders which support and contribute to the delivery of the above service, including graduates, students, staff and department heads.
About You
The successful post holder will have strong organisation and coordination skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, staying calm under pressure with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines. They will be a strong communicator and able to effectively communicate with a diverse range of people in a variety of situations using a range of communication methods.
They will have excellent IT skills including proficiency in MS office (especially, Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and web-based programmes and ideally have an interest in recruitment and/or professional development pathways. It would be beneficial if the post-holder was able to think creatively to tackle challenges and take initiative to automate processes where necessary.
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If you would like to join a developing community with strong alignment to Strategy 2030, we would love to have you as part of the team.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.
Further Information
Please contact Meg Towers, m.towers@exeter.ac.uk
About The Division
PS Connect was launched in May 2023 and is aligned to the University's 2030 Strategy 'To use the power of our education and research to create a sustainable, healthy and socially just future'. We are a newly integrated service bringing teams from HR, Finance, IT and Strategic Procurement, along with a Service Experience Team, all under one division. We ensure we make the best use of resources, systems, skills, digital technology and colleague expertise. Our vision is clear. We want to connect our customers to the right solution, by providing expert advice, innovative ideas and outstanding service that helps them to achieve their best. We are transforming the delivery of professional services to deliver services which are user-focused and innovative. We are committed to continuously improving our strategic and operational effectiveness, efficiency and improve service experience across the organisation. We are doing this by maximising our use of digital solutions and data, alongside highly skilled staff with a strong understanding of user experience and journeys. By doing this, we deliver our purpose to: achieve outstanding customer satisfaction, in every interaction we make. It is an exciting time to join PS Connect, as you help us to continue to transform the way we deliver core professional services at the University of Exeter.
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We are committed to understanding different cultures and perspectives, supporting diverse leadership, and striving for social justice. We encourage applications from all groups underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities. Our inclusive, merit-based recruitment processes seek to embrace a diverse set of experiences to ensure colleagues feel supported equitably. With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 countries, we foster a culture where everyone can thrive.
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You can read more about our current accreditations and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here, including our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant.
Why our colleagues love working here
- Flexible working opportunities and leading parental leave initiatives
- Generous annual leave (39-41 days including bank holidays)
- Competitive pension contributions
- A genuine dedication to supporting the health and wellbeing of all colleagues - see initiatives here
- Sustainability and the environment being at the heart of what we do
How We Can Help
If you're considering applying and need support to do so, please get in touch with us at hrhelpdesk@exeter.ac.uk. You can request reasonable adjustments within your application or by contacting us. You can also choose to be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme and find out here how this is managed during our recruitment and onboarding process.
Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post will not qualify for university sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If you are a migrant worker, you will need to ensure you have a visa which permits the right to work in the UK. Further details can be found on the Home Office website - https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas. If you are an existing Skilled Worker visa holder, we may be able to sponsor and will review the transitional arrangements - https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
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