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Social network you want to login/join with: Senior Administrator x2 Posts Available, London col-narrow-left Client: Location: London, United Kingdom Job Category: Other - EU work permit required: Yes col-narrow-right Job Reference: ec9cb63fb2f6 Job Views: 5 Posted: 25.06.2025 Expiry Date: 09.08.2025 col-wide Job Description: About the role The Office of the President & Provost supports the President & Provost (P&P) across the full range of his activities as the academic leader of the university. The team has logistical, administrative, executive and policy support functions while working closely with the President & Provost to ensure he can lead strategic change internally. The President & Provost also represents UCL nationally and internationally and interacts with governments and other organisations to influence the development of higher education in the UK, and the team works closely with other parts of UCL to ensure effective briefing and support in this aspect of the role.The team also provides executive support to the Vice-Provost Faculties and the Chief of Staff. The President & Provost oversees 16 portfolios led by 4 Vice-Provosts (Faculties; Education and Student Experience; Research, Innovation and Global Engagement; Strategy), 3 Vice-Presidents (External Engagement; Advancement; Operations), the Chief Finance Officer, the Chief People Officer, the General Counsel; and 6 Pro-Provosts (London, Bicentennial, Equity & Inclusion, Health, Policy Engagement and Regional Communities).The President & Provost’s Office team oversees the coordination and facilitation of a complex programme of activities across the breadth of these portfolios, providing senior advisory support, programme management, logistical and executive assistant functions. About you We are pleased to offer two exciting Senior Administrator roles within the Office of the President & Provost at UCL. Each post has a distinct focus—one with an emphasis on executive support, the other on projects and planning—but both will work closely together and complementarily to provide high-quality, coordinated support across the senior team and wider functions. These are dynamic, collaborative roles that contribute to the smooth running of a high-profile office, helping to deliver UCL’s strategic and operational priorities. Together, these roles will underpin the daily activities of the senior team, foster strong internal and external relationships, and lead improvements in how we work. Both roles will deliver high-level operational, administrative and project coordination support. Key responsibilities are outlined in the job description. While one post will primarily focus on executive support and stakeholder engagement, the other will lean towards project coordination, planning and systems improvement. The roles are designed to be complementary and collaborative, supporting shared goals and functions across the team. Please see the job descriptions which outline the responsibilities of each role. What we offer As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan Relocation scheme for certain posts On-site gym Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service #J-18808-Ljbffr Experience: 5 years required

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