Administrative Officer - Academic Office (Placements & Lifelong Learning) About the Role We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Administrative Officer to provide comprehensive support across student placements and lifelong learning programmes. This is a varied role combining coordination, stakeholder engagement, and administration. You will play a key role in supporting the allocation and management of student placements, while also assisting in the delivery of lifelong learning programmes, ensuring smooth operations and a high-quality experience for students, staff, and external partners. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This a temporary role for 2 months. Key Responsibilities Provide administrative support for the allocation and coordination of student placements. Liaise with external placement providers to secure placements and resolve issues. Maintain accurate records of placements, assessors, and visits using internal systems. Support students and staff with guidance on placement processes and requirements. Monitor placement quality, ensuring reports and marks are recorded and submitted. Produce routine reports and support data management and system improvements. Administer lifelong learning programmes, including applications, bookings, and admissions. Coordinate timetabling, room bookings, tutor liaison, and attendance tracking. Maintain course information and support communications, marketing materials, and events. Process financial documentation, including invoices, tutor payments, and contracts. Act as a key point of contact for students, tutors, and stakeholders. Ensure compliance with data protection, information security, and organisational policies. General Responsibilities Work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver service objectives. Manage workload effectively, prioritising competing demands and meeting deadlines. Maintain accurate records and support audits, reviews, and quality processes. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and team development. Support wider organisational events and activities as required. Undertake additional duties appropriate to the role as required. Essential Criteria Minimum of 3 years' recent administration experience in a complex working environment. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, work accurately, and maintain confidentiality. Experience working with Information Management Systems. Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and advanced Excel (formulae, design, and data manipulation). Experience liaising effectively with internal and external contacts. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to work and make decisions using own initiative. Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team. Experience and proficiency in minute taking and maintaining financial records. Desirable Experience supporting student placements, education programmes, or training initiatives. Experience in event coordination or programme administration. Knowledge of data protection or compliance requirements in an administrative setting. Package & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Professional development and training opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment if you are a highly organised administrator with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, Please contact Louise Ward or apply via the link below. Please note that a Basic Access NI check will be required for the successful candidate. If you require reasonable adjustments or assistance at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability, please contact us directly. Honeycomb is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Skills: admin public sector administrator clerical officer