Job Title: Project Administrator
Location: Leeds
Contract: Temporary (until January 2026)
Salary: £15.40 per hour
Hours: Full-time 35 hours
Join a Research Project That Makes a Difference
Are you a well-organised administrator with excellent communication skills? Do you want to be part of a meaningful, high-impact project ?
We are looking for a proactive and skilled Project Administrator.
You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of this Project, supporting events, managing communications, and helping the project reach its goals.
About the Role
As Project Administrator, you'll be the main point of contact for the project, working closely with the lead and a diverse range of partners and stakeholders.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Providing high-level administrative support to the Project Director
Managing the project inbox and acting as first point of contact for queries
Coordinating and organising events, including meetings, conferences and training days (in-person and virtual)
Handling logistics - venues, video conferencing, agendas, minutes, and follow-ups
Maintaining and updating project communications including email lists and social media
Overseeing and updating the project website
Tracking metrics and data from events (attendance, engagement, feedback)
Managing financial processes such as purchase orders and expense claims, in collaboration with the finance team
Supporting project reporting to Steering and Advisory Boards
Liaising with other key stakeholders.
About You
Essential skills and experience:
Proven experience in a professional administrative role
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships internally and externally
Confidence in handling financial processes and working with finance teams
Strong written communication skills, with an eye for accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), with experience in databases and website editing
Desirable:
Experience of supporting academic research projects, especially multi-partner collaborations
Experience organising large events or academic conferences
Knowledge or interest in social sciences and/or health research
Previous experience working in Higher Education
Familiarity with content creation for websites and social media
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is:
A team player who can also work independently and take initiative
Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in a dynamic research environment
Focused, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality work
Apply Today
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking and socially important project, contributing to real change. If you're passionate about supporting impactful research and enjoy varied, rewarding administrative work, we'd love to hear from you.
Start date: As soon as possible
If this is you ''Apply Now''
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