London
Full Time
24,900 to 28,381 per annum
Research Administrator
📍 Location: London
💼 Salary: 24,900 to 28,381 per annum (subject to annual review)
🕒 Job Type: Full-time (part-time applicants welcome – minimum 22 hours/week)
Our client, a leading academic institution in London, is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Research Administrator to join their Business School’s research team. This is an exciting opportunity to support world-class research and contribute to the delivery of strategic objectives in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
As a key member of the Research Team, you will play a central role in supporting research administration across the school. You’ll liaise with academic staff, university departments, and external stakeholders, ensuring that all research activities align with institutional policies and procedures. You'll also serve as the primary point of contact for prospective doctoral researchers, helping to maintain an exceptional candidate experience.
Provide administrative support for research activities within the business school.
Liaise with academic teams, internal departments, and external bodies to facilitate smooth research operations.
Ensure compliance with university policies, procedures, and governance systems related to research.
Serve as the initial point of contact for doctoral research candidates, offering advice and support throughout the application process.
Coordinate meetings, manage communications, and support documentation related to research initiatives.
Maintain accurate and timely records, ensuring data integrity across all research systems.
Support wider operational needs of the school as required by the Business Operations Manager.
Proven administrative experience, ideally within a higher education or research setting.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with a customer-service mindset.
Highly organised, with excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise effectively.
High attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and correspondence.
Proactive, flexible, and able to adapt to changing priorities.
Confident working both independently and as part of a team.
Comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite and relevant administrative systems.
Competitive salary between 24,900 and 28,381 per annum
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Hybrid/flexible working options available
Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
Part-time arrangements available (minimum 22 hours per week)
Application Process
Applicants are encouraged to clearly demonstrate how they meet the essential criteria for the role within their application.
If you're an organised, driven individual seeking to be part of a collaborative academic environment, we encourage you to apply and join a team committed to impactful research and innovation.