Responsible Procurement Assistant

An opportunity to embark on an exciting career path with one of the UK's most prestigious and globally renowned Universities, supporting in the development and implementation of sustainable procurement strategies.

University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design according in the 2025 QS World University Rankings. It welcomes a diverse body of over 18,000 students from more than 130 countries. Established in 2004, UAL brings together 6 esteemed Arts, Design, Fashion and Media Colleges, which were founded in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Operating out of expansive offices within the historic Central Saint Martin's college (less than 10 minutes-walk from Kings Cross Station), this is a vibrant and modern team environment, with an expectation that colleagues comeinto the office 50% of their time. (Core days tend to be Tuesdays and Wednesdays).

Reporting to the Procurement Lead, the Responsible Procurement Assistant will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure that the University's procurement practices align with its sustainability goals and standards. You will regularly engage with UAL's supply-chain ensuring alignment with UAL's social purpose and procurement agendas and you will uphold the University's values and ethics in delivering proportionate risk-based contract management.

About you

• Experience of working in a procurement role in a complex environment.
• Knowledge of sustainable procurement principles and practices.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Professional qualification CIPS / NVQ level 4 or above (achieved or working towards - desirable).
• Knowledge of eProcurement and ERP/Finance systems and reporting tools.
• Excellent MS Office Software knowledge (PowerBI desirable).
• Experience of building successful internal working relationships with stakeholders.

Benefits include:

• UAL's commitment to your continuous personal development and training (including supporting CIPS progression) in an environment that encourages excellence, creativity and diversity.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution is 14.9%).
• 31 days a/l (plus bank holidays) and 2 additional days off to participate in volunteer work for a registered charity.
• Discounted Medical Insurance with BUPA that includes Consultations, Diagnostics, in-patient and day-case treatment, Mental Health support, Therapies and Digital GP service.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know and we will work with you to support you throughout the process.

Kindly note that all applications must be submitted via Morgan Law. CVs sent directly to the University of the Arts will not be considered.