An opportunity has arisen to appoint an experienced project support officer to the TIS projects team, providing specialist project support for a range of IT projects.
About the role
This role offers the opportunity to support a wide range of technical projects that contribute to the University’s strategic goals. You will work closely with project managers and stakeholders across the institution, helping to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and effectively.
You will be required to work independently and as part of a team, contributing to project delivery by creating and inputting to project documentation (this includes Project Initiation Documents, Business Cases, Highlight Reports, and managing Risk and Issue Logs); planning and administering complex meetings and pro-actively managing follow on actions; and researching and then analysing / interpreting data - this includes experience with financial data to ensure appropriate budget management.
There is the opportunity to either work fully office based, or hybrid up to three days a week remotely. Flexibility to be on-site will be expected due to business needs.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Andy Dodd: by email at
Please note: We’re currently unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker visa route. However, we welcome all applicants, as other visa options may be available.
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:
* Strong organisational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
* Confidence in using digital tools including Microsoft Office and Teams
* Experience supporting projects and working collaboratively with stakeholders
* Experience operating in a formal project delivery role
* Understand project governance and processes
* Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* A commitment to excellent customer service and continuous improvement
For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.
Application Process
Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.
Anticipated Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 12 January 2026
Our Offer
A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.
When joining us, you will receive:
* Generous annual leave: 25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays & Closure Days
* Generous pension scheme
* Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Development opportunities
* Enhanced family leave
* Flexible working
* Retailer discounts
* On-site nursery
A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed .
Additional Information
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