Job Description
Working within the Global Student Recruitment Team, you will support the application and allocation process for the University’s new flagship scholarship scheme – the Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship.
This is a new role and reflects the ongoing expansion of the funding opportunities that the University is offering prospective undergraduate students. A broad skills set is essential – as well as managing the process through which up to 400 scholarships per year are awarded, there will be frequent liaison with internal stakeholders, accurate record keeping and the need to align the work with other funding schemes. The successful candidate is going to be someone who demonstrates excellent organisations skills alongside an innovative mindset.
The person appointed will have:
- A strong understanding of scholarship application and allocation processes
- Excellent organisation and communication skills
- The ability to work effectively within a team or independently, embracing digital technology as appropriate
- A proactive and creative mind-set complemented by the capacity to work towards the accomplishment of clearly defined goals, making effective use of available resources
Contact Name Andy Howman
Contact Job Title Head of Global Student Recruitment
Contact Email address A.Howman@reading.ac.uk
Closing date: 28 February 2025
Interviews will be held: Monday 10 March
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.
The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
