Conception X is a venture programme that turns today’s PhD research into tomorrow’s deeptech startups.
Since launching in 2018 as a public innovation pilot within University College London, it has quickly grown as an independent not-for-profit that attracts aspiring PhD founders from more than 50 universities across the UK and beyond, offering specialised deeptech training and support alongside their degree and the opportunity to access key early funding to commercialise their research. Operations & Events Assistant
We are looking for someone based in London, with opportunities to work from our office and home. Some travel may be required for events and to attend in-person meetings.
The growth opportunities are diverse as the company expands, covering Project Management, Business Development, Community Management, and Marketing.
Office Administration
manage Conception X team’s administrative inboxes and basic communications with Conception X startups and wider community,
enter and maintain data on the CRM database,
be responsible for all stationery and office sundries ordering and stock levels.
Financial Administration
assist with bookkeeping procedures,
Other Administrative, Events and Programme Support
assist with on-the-day support for online programme and community events,
assist with planning in-house or off-site activities, like parties, celebrations and conferences,
event support: includes, but not limited to: room booking, catering, handling enquiries, registration and liaison with delegates, creation, maintenance of the registration websites,
assist with data collection, data processing, and reporting for Conception X cohorts and community,
Proven 1-2 years work experience in an Operations or Office Administration role and experience of providing administrative support in a dynamic environment,
excellent English written and verbal communication skills,
confident using Google Sheets/Microsoft Excel,
Bonus points:
experience in event and meeting planning,
experience of working with financials.
Opportunity to sit in on Conception X Deep Tech Entrepreneurial Training Sessions
~ Flexible working hours / ability to work from home
~27 days’ holiday plus all bank holidays
~ Private health insurance.