Research Degrees Administrator
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking to appoint an exceptional person to join the Postgraduate Administration team and provide a highly professional, proactive administrative support for research degrees within the Graduate School. The post holder will be specifically responsible for managing the research degrees examinations process and the Graduate Skills Study Programme. They will need to be a highly organised and motivated individual who is able to work autonomously, taking the lead in liaising with students, staff and external examiners on key policies and processes.
Key attributes of the successful applicant include:
- Successful track record in running complex administrative processes and systems
- Accurate worker and high attention to detail including when under pressure
- High level of prioritisation and organisation to manage a high volume of work and priorities effectively
- Strong organisational, time-management and communication skills
- Enthusiasm and personal initiative to solve problems, a self-starter with ability to work unsupervised
For further information about this position and to apply, visit http://jobs.sgul.ac.uk.
We welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented groups, especially from people with disabilities and/or people from ethnic minority backgrounds.
Flexible working, including part-time or reduced hours of work, opportunities to work from home for many posts, compressed hours and local flexibility in agreeing start and finish times of work are among the extra benefits offered by St George’s, University of London.
Please quote reference: 575-23
Closing date: Tuesday 11 July 2023
Interview date: Wednesday 19 July 2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
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Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
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Onboarding & Corporate Integration
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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.
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Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,715 - £28,131 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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