RKES Project Assistant

When you work for the University of Lancashire, you'll be part of a thriving community of talent that's united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Wherever your role, you'll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role

The Research & Knowledge Exchange Service (RKES) plays a vital role in supporting research, innovation, and knowledge exchange across the University. As an RKES Project Assistant you will provide high level PA and administrative support to the Director and the leadership team, ensuring the smooth running of schedules, meetings, and service wide activities. The role also involves coordinating events and workshops, managing communications, and maintaining accurate records to support key projects and strategic objectives.

About you

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive individual with strong administrative experience and proven ability to support senior management in a complex environment. You will have excellent communication skills, confidence with Microsoft Office, experience in stakeholder liaison and event coordination. Strong time management, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise under pressure are also essential. You should hold a Level 3 qualification, such as A Levels or BTEC, or appropriate equivalent experiential learning.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What we can offer you

Our people are our most important asset. We'll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you'll be making a positive difference to other people's lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits - from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform including access to online 24/7 GP service.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.