International Scholarships Administrator
A new opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated administrator within the International Office.
We have over 800 international scholars in attendance at the University who come through a wide range of diverse scholarship and sponsorship bodies and this role provides administrative support for the selection and approval for a number of the schemes and the successful scholars. As such, the post holder provides key administrative support specific to the activities of the International Relations & Scholarships Team and its external stakeholders.
We are looking for a new staff member to join this busy team. You will be an excellent team player with a proven ability to work proactively. You will be well organised and adaptable taking a positive approach to managing a busy and complex workload. Excellent communication, organisational and inter-personal skills are required as is commitment to providing an excellent service.
You will have:
- Previous experience of providing effective and efficient administrative support
- A proven track record in identifying and resolving critical issues on behalf of senior colleagues
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- The ability to mobilise quickly to ensure that key issues are progressed to meet challenging time scales, and a proven track record of providing outstanding customer service
- Excellent time management and organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload effectively to meet business requirements
- Proven experience of reviewing administrative procedures and processes to ensure they remain fit for purpose
- Good inter-personal skills, the ability to build effective and credible working relationships and be a strong team-player
- Up-to-date MS Office skills
As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.
This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see gov.uk.
Apply by 11.59 pm UK time on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.
Job details
- Section: International Office
- Location: Highfield Campus
- Salary: £27,865 to £30,986 Per Annum
- Full Time Permanent
- Closing Date: Wednesday 11 November 2026
- Interview Date: To be confirmed
- Reference: 3528626NP
