University of Nottingham
Senior Administrator (Business Operations) - (Part-Time)
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Senior Administrator (Business Operations) - (Part-Time)
Senior Administrator (Business Operations - Academic Registrar’s Division)
Location
[Nottingham, University Park]
Salary & Hours
£29,740–£36,446 per annum (pro rata, based on skills and experience) Part-time position (20 hours/week): Wednesday to Friday (Wednesday as team day on campus)
Closing Date & Reference
Closing Date: Thursday 16 July 2026 Reference: REG937026X1
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and well-organised Senior Administrator to join our Business Operations Team on a part-time basis.
This position will provide key support to the Academic Registrar’s Division (ARD), ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of administrative and operational services.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering high-level administrative and executive support to managers, teams, and the ARD Leadership Team
- Coordinating administrative processes, records, and documentation while ensuring accuracy
- Supporting financial, HR, and resource management in adherence to departmental/university procedures
- Preparing reports, correspondence, and management information as required
- Acting as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders—resolving queries and escalating issues where necessary
- Contributing to systems optimisation, process improvements, and operational effectiveness
- Supporting projects and initiatives that strengthen team efficiency
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About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Significant experience in an administrative or operational role within a complex organisation, demonstrating leadership and autonomy
- Proven ability to manage workloads efficiently, prioritise tasks, and work independently while adhering to procedures
- Strong stakeholder engagement, working effectively at all levels of an organisation
- Compelling track record in coordination, record-keeping, and cross-team collaboration
- Exceptional organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Written and verbal communication suitable for executive reporting and stakeholder liaison
- Confident IT proficiency, including spreadsheets, databases, and document management tools
- Collaborative and customer-focused mindset, prioritising service excellence
What We Offer
- A supportive, inclusive, and diverse work culture
- Hybrid working model, blending office/on-campus and remote work week by week
- 27 days (pro rata) paid leave, including bank holidays and university closure days (e.g., Christmas to New Year)
- Career progression and professional development through training, mentorship, and growth opportunities
- A comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Wellbeing and health facilities
- Staff discounts
- Fitness schemes and more (details here)
- A role that values service alignment with institutional values, encompassing diversity, equality, and disability inclusion
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Next Steps
- Addtional details can be found in the full role profile.
- Apply now by completing your details via the University’s career portal.
- Permanent position with long-term role stability.
- For further queries, contact: Sophie Baczynski, Manager (Business Planning and Resources) Email: Sophie.Baczynski@nottingham.ac.uk (Note: Applications directly to this email will not be processed.)*
Disclaimer
- Our university is proudly committed to inclusion and diversity, valuing varied backgrounds in line with our Athena Swan Gold Award.
- An equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all nationalities and aim to assist with relocated moves to the UK (further guided resources here).
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