Conference Services Assistant - Casual Staff
Career Integrity & Compliance Audit Report
This vacancy has been independently reviewed by the OppaJob Transatlantic Career Intelligence Desk to confirm authentic direct employer recruiting, verify compensation transparency, and eliminate applicant processing fees.
Transatlantic Cost of Living & Purchasing Power Benchmark
Compare US ($) vs UK (£) Salary & Net Take-Home Pay
Calculate tax deductions, living costs, and purchasing power parity across US & UK metros.
Position Overview & Specifications
The events team are currently recruiting for Conference Service Assistants to work with us to service our events into the University.
Salary:
Grade C (£19,679 - £20,500 p.a. pro rata)
£10.63 Per Hour
We have an exciting opportunity to recruit Conference Service Assistants to work with us to service our events into the University. If you are an enthusiastic individual who is well presented and committed to providing exceptional customer service, we would love to hear from you. You’ll be organised and self-motivated with the ability to communicate with colleagues and clients. Ideally, you’ll have experience working in a fast-paced conference and events environment but it’s not essential. Full training will be provided.
We operate over 4 campuses, 7 days a week so a flexible approach to working hours, and location, is essential.
We are recruiting Conference Service Assistant positions on a zero hour’s contract basis. These roles support peak periods in our events operations across NTU campuses. This includes some evening and weekend shifts and there are no fixed or guaranteed hours for these posts and schedules of work vary. Hours are flexible and with some instances of working at City, Clifton, Brackenhurst and Mansfield campuses.
If you have queries about this role, please contact Abi Middleham, Operations Team Manager (abi.middleham@ntu.ac.uk) or James Birtles, Duty Manager (james.birtles@ntu.ac.uk)
Interview dates w/c 27 march and w/c 3 April
About NTU
NTU prides itself on being an inclusive employer. We value and celebrate equality in opportunities, and we welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of our communities.
Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.
Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Conference Services Assistant - Casual Staff roles across nottingham trent university's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £19,679 - £20,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
Explore Related Opportunities (United Kingdom)
Other high-paying verified positions matching your industry profile.
Principal Data Analytics Specialist
Senior Clinical Diagnostic Radiographer
Senior Site Reliability & Kubernetes Engineer (SRE)
Consultant Acute Care Physician (General Medicine)
Head of Cyber Security & Zero Trust Architecture
Apply for this Position
Receive high-paying Colleges & Universities openings directly to your inbox.