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About The Role
For informal enquiries, please contact Joanne Davis (Academic Support Manager) Joanne.Davis@wbs.ac.uk and Nicki Pegg (Group Administrator) Nicki.Pegg@wbs.ac.uk. Warwick Business School (WBS) is one of the largest academic departments at the University of Warwick. We are currently seeking an efficient and organised administrator to join us as a Group Coordinator to provide consistent and high-quality administrative and clerical support within our Group admin team to members of faculty within our academic groups, and to internal and external stakeholders. You will be part of the wider group admin team of colleagues and develop close working relationships with colleagues across the School to deliver an excellent service for all.
The post is part-time (0.5 FTE, 18.25 hours per week) on a fixed term contract until 31 August 2026. There is some flexibility about how the hours are worked.
About You
You will have experience of using your well-developed administration skills to deliver excellent customer service through effective team working. You will be comfortable working in a changing environment, being able to demonstrate flexibility to be involved in a number of operational support activities at any given time. You will have the ability to effectively take action to support a range of processes, act on your own initiative, and to handle sensitive matters with discretion and tact.
The role requires strong interpersonal and organisational skills, with an ability to make people feel at ease. The role also requires excellent attention to detail.
For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.
About The Department
Warwick Business School (WBS) is a world-class business school at the heart of a world-class University, challenging assumptions and championing business as a force for good. From the pioneering research we undertake, to the students we help to shape, we are for the Change Makers who will impact the world for the better. We were the first UK business school to be triple accredited by the major bodies (EQUIS, AMBA, AACSB) and our courses consistently rank highly – view all of our rankings here.
We look to provide a stimulating and fulfilling work environment for all. One where you will feel supported and encouraged to grow professionally; developing your knowledge, skills, confidence and career.
Our Core Values
* Change Makers see the bigger picture. Thinking beyond themselves and their environment, they’re open to other viewpoints and consider the ripple effect of what they do on a personal, social, and commercial level.
* Change Makers challenge the norm. Challenging the status quo and not just accepting things at face value is when real impact and change can be delivered.
* Change Makers have the drive as well as the vision. It’s one thing having a vision but having the drive and work ethic to realise a vision is another matter.
* We challenge, we embrace different perspectives, and we think creatively to build our future.
* We’re open to different perspectives, talking to stakeholders, listening to feedback, embracing change and pushing forward for the better.
* We’re not satisfied with standing still, and never stop looking for ways to improve. Constantly evaluating, we don’t stop when we’ve achieved one thing; we use all of our initiative, drive and resourcefulness to achieve more.
* At a world class university and a globally recognised business school, excellence is a given. There are no half measures at WBS.
About The University
Born in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’.
You'll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.
How to Apply
CLOSING DATE: Sunday 28th September 2025 at 23:55 (BST)
To apply, please click ‘Apply’ below and submit an application form by the closing date. Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application form past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 23:30).
You will have to attach a CV and a cover letter.
* Your CV should include your employment history (including your most recent employment), your education history, and any other relevant experience.
* Your cover letter should explain your motivations for applying to the role. It should also explain, using examples, how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the Job Description PDF document below. Please note that all essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.
Please see here for guidance on writing a cover letter. We highly recommend using individual criteria as headers and explaining below, using examples, how you meet the criterion, though you are free to format the letter as you wish.
To streamline our hiring processes, we can only accept applications submitted via our official careers webpage, warwick-careers.tal.net.
* Interview Date: To be confirmed
* Desired Start Date: To be confirmed
What we Offer
We will provide you with a great range of benefits, including an attractive pension scheme, 26 days holiday plus Christmas closure, learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. We offer a generous parental leave policy and onsite childcare facilities. Flexible working is available where possible.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Warwick is committed to building an organisation of mutual respect and dignity, promoting a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive working and learning environment. We welcome and encourage applications from all communities regardless of culture, background, age, disability, sex/gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion/belief, or sexual orientation. The University holds several awards related to equality and inclusion.
The University of Warwick is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa. If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK you will need to check eligibility before applying.
Legal & Safeguarding
The University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with. DBS checks may be required for roles involving regulated activity. We expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share our commitment to safeguarding.
Job Description
JD - Group Coordinator (110758).pdf – 121KB Opens in a new window
Right to Work in the UK: This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Administrative
* Higher Education
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