Event Administrator – International Medieval Congress
The role will be based on the University of Leeds main campus with a hybrid working arrangement available. Flexible working hours are discussed on a case-by-case basis.
Responsibilities
* Serve as the first point of contact for all International Medieval Congress (IMC) delegate queries.
* Provide clerical, communication and event coordination support throughout the Congress.
* Maintain accurate data entry and handle money and payment processes.
* Support the 2026 IMC event (7‑9 July 2026) by accommodating extended hours, evenings and weekends when required.
* Carry out other reasonable duties consistent with the post.
Qualifications & Skills
* Extensive competence with Microsoft Office and related IT systems.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to build relationships with colleagues and delegates.
* Experience in a customer‑focused role and demonstrated numerical abilities.
* High level of accuracy, strong attention to detail, and effective time‑management skills.
* Team‑working ability and organisational capacity.
Benefits
* 26 days holiday plus approximately 16 university bank holidays (42 days a year).
* Generous pension scheme plus life assurance.
* Health and wellbeing: discounted staff membership to The Edge campus gym (pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, sports halls).
* Personal Development: access to courses run by the Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
* On‑site childcare and travel schemes available.
Additional Information
This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas.
Please see details of the University’s Pre-employment Health Assessment within the Candidate Brief.
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part‑time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing (higher education sector)
* Industry: Higher Education
Contact
Fiona Livermore, International Medieval Congress Manager
Email: F.M.Livermore@leeds.ac.uk
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