Assistant Administrator

• Hourly Rate: £12.83
• Location: Brighton
• Job Type: Temporary (Ongoing)

We are seeking an Assistant Administrator to provide essential administrative support to the University Housing Services Team. This role is ideal for someone who can start immediately and is looking for an ongoing temporary position. The successful candidate will ensure that all customers, including prospective and current students and their parents, are dealt with promptly and professionally.

• Act as the first point of contact in the housing office for students, staff, and visitors, handling general enquiries and providing guidance on university and external regulations.
• Provide a friendly and professional reception service, managing telephone and email enquiries.
• Offer clerical support to housing team officers and managers, including producing and maintaining information on the website and in publications.
• Update computerised records using specialised housing and university software, as well as maintaining manual records for students in University-managed accommodation.
• Follow and assist in refining administrative procedures, including writing new office procedures and setting up new office systems.
• Support colleagues in producing letters and standard reports.
• Provide cover at University open days, private sector advice events, and other office duties, with occasional weekend work required (e.g., Welcome Weekend).

• Proven experience in an administrative role and looking to gain more experience
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using office software and specialised housing and university systems.
• Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and to work occasional weekends.

• Competitive hourly rate of £12.83.
• Dynamic and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and involvement in university events.

To apply for this Assistant Administrator position, please submit your CV