Overview
The Faculty of Engineering & Physical Sciences is seeking a Senior Administrator (Enterprise) to join the Faculty Operating Service. Based in the world renowned Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC), you will play a key role in ensuring the provision of comprehensive, effective and efficient operational support service to the ORC, with a focus on communications and events.
Ranked in the global top 100 and a founding member of the Russell Group, the University of Southampton is a world‑leading research‑intensive university that delivers exceptional education and innovative research across its disciplines.
Founded in 1989, the Optoelectronics Research Centre is the largest academic photonics research centre in the UK and one of the world’s leading photonics centres.
Key Responsibilities
>Passionate about supporting cutting‑edge research and innovation in an internationally recognised leader in photonics and optoelectronics.
* Enthusiastic about capturing and amplifying key messages about the ORC, its world‑changing research and impact and communicating the benefits of future technologies.
* Proficient at delivering internal and external events, including visits from high‑profile external guests, booking venues, catering, publicity, arranging printed materials within a defined budget and assessing success factors.
* Experienced in managing digital activities (web and social), developing collateral and promotional material to support reputation building and supporting internal communications activities.
Work Environment & Benefits
The University is committed to creating a sustainable and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. The University holds an Athena SWAN silver award and has been awarded the Platinum EcoAward.
You will benefit from a generous holiday allowance, additional university closure days, excellent family leave provisions, a pension scheme, subsidised health and fitness facilities and a range of discounts.
How to Apply
This role is full‑time, permanent and based at Highfield campus. For further information, please contact Bav Dhanda, PR & Communications Manager (ORC) at B.K.Dhanda@soton.ac.uk.
Apply by 11:59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance, contact Recruitment at +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk (quote the job number).
Additional Information
This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. For alternative UK visa options see gov.uk.
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