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