Are you a problem solver and a decision maker, able to contribute to a wide range of tasks from operational and financial planning, to strategic thinking? Do you have excellent organisation and communication skills? Would you like to play a pivotal role supporting the Senior Management Team within the Division and help develop systems to deliver high quality research and student education activities?

Leeds University Business School is an international business school with almost 5000 students from around the world. Our International Business and Management Divisions combine world-class research, scholarship and education and are each seeking a Divisional Administration Manager to support the Head of Division; line manage the Divisional Administration Team and act as an interface between the academic, administrative and service functions. You will also be part of a wider Faculty team committed to delivering high quality administrative support, seeking to continually improve and develop activities across this large and diverse School.

You will report to the Head of Division and work closely with senior colleagues, taking lead responsibility for administrative and operational support. You will act as a key link with internal and external stakeholders, supporting partnerships which enhance research, education and engagement activities. You will be the focal administrative point of the Division, liaising closely with key Faculty functions such as HR, Facilities, Student Education and Marketing to ensure the Division complies with legislative and university procedures and policies.

Experienced in the maintenance and development of complex administrative processes and systems, you will also have excellent data and information handling skills; the ability to manage and implement change, to handle a diverse and busy workload, and to prioritise effectively. You will have strong communication skills and be able to initiate, build and manage networks, establishing effective working relationships, dealing diplomatically with a wide range of people and maintaining confidentiality.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Sarah Verbickas, Faculty Planning Manager: S.L.Verbickas@leeds.ac.uk

or

Chris Pitelis, Head of the International Business Division: C.Pitelis@leeds.ac.uk 

or

Lynda Song, Head of the Management Division: L.Song@leeds.ac.uk

Location: Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service: Faculty of Business
School/Institute: Leeds University Business School
Category: Professional & Managerial
Grade: Grade 6
Salary: £27,511 to £32,817 p.a.
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Ongoing
Closing Date: Monday 24 August 2020
Reference: LUBSC1477
Downloads: Candidate Brief