You will, working in partnership with Future Worlds, support the delivery of a national, cross institutional AI and Robotics (AiR) Accelerator and manage the administration of all key component programmes of Research, Advocacy, and Engagement. You will also take the lead role in all operational aspects of the Accelerator to ensure the delivery of its scientific and translational strategy, as well as develop and manage external relationships with academic, investor and industry partners. The post is based within the School of Electronics and Computer Science.

To be successful you will have:

• A proven track record of providing high-level strategic support to senior managers, and providing management of operational, planning, and business-critical projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; personal agility, great time management skills and the ability to build strong credible relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience of working collaboratively, coordinating resources and logistical requirements, and managing a team to provide an excellent service to all stakeholders.
• The ability to review and refine administrative processes, delivering innovative solutions to problems where appropriate.
• Relevant experience of Higher Education structures would be desirable.

The role is offer on a Part-Time (0.5 FTE), fixed term basis until 31 October 2027.

Closing Date: 03 Jun 2026

Section: Management, Specialist & Administrative

Salary: £46,049 to £58,225 Pro rata per annum
Part Time (17.5 hours) Fixed Term until 31/10/2027

Working within a supportive and collaborative core team, you will cover a wide range of topics and develop a strong understanding of the University of Southampton and the wider higher education sector, while building your customer service, communication and problem‑solving skills. You will respond to enquiries through face‑to‑face interactions, telephone calls and digital channels, taking responsibility for resolving issues wherever possible. This includes using sound judgement to triage enquiries and escalate more complex or sensitive cases to specialist services, ensuring students receive clear, accurate and consistent advice.

About the role

As a Student Hub Advisor, you will support students across a broad range of topics, including academic administration, student fees and funding, accommodation, graduation and ID cards. Working as part of a knowledgeable team, you will gain exposure to a variety of services and processes, with ongoing opportunities to learn, build confidence and develop your skills, supported by experienced colleagues.

This is a full‑time, permanent position working on a shift pattern between 12.00 and 20.00, Monday to Friday. The role is primarily based at the Highfield Campus, with a requirement to work across all Student Hub locations in Southampton and at Winchester School of Art. As a student‑facing service, the role is delivered entirely on site and there is no option for hybrid working or working from home.

About you

You will enjoy working in a busy, customer‑focused environment and be committed to delivering a positive experience for students. You will be a confident communicator, both written and verbal, comfortable engaging with students with a wide range of needs and experiences. You will bring strong customer service skills, confidence in using multiple systems accurately and efficiently, and an aptitude for learning new systems and internal processes.

Experience of working in higher education or student support services is desirable but not essential. Above all, you will be enthusiastic and keen to learn, with a collaborative approach to working within a team and a strong commitment to supporting students by providing clear, consistent information throughout every stage of their University journey.

About Us

The Student Hub is the first point of contact for students seeking support throughout their studies. Their questions matter, and we are here to provide advice, guidance and reassurance at every stage of their journey with the University of Southampton. No issue is too big and no question is too small.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Student Hub Team.

To learn more about working in the Student Hub, visit our webpages. If you would like an informal conversation about this role or have any questions, please contact studenthubmanagement@soton.ac.uk. Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 8 June.

Closing Date: 27 May 2026

Section: Management, Specialist & Administrative

Salary: £27,319 to £30,378 per annum
Full Time Permanent

Join us at the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) and help support our CHS programme. We are looking for a proactive and organised individual to provide comprehensive, effective and efficient administrative support to the NIHR Sustainability team and its external partners.

Who are we? 

The NIHR funds, enables and delivers world-leading health and social care research that improves people's health and wellbeing and promotes economic growth. We are also a major funder of applied health research in low and middle-income countries.

Further information can be found at: www.nihr.ac.uk. You are encouraged to review our operational priorities and watch this introductory video.

What will you be doing? 

You will help support the delivery of the Climate, Health and Sustainability (CHS) programme and the wider team, contributing to day‑to‑day activities that help the programme run smoothly. The role will involve supporting ongoing work, helping to improve ways of working, and providing practical assistance across a range of tasks. You will build your knowledge of the CHS programme over time and use this to support colleagues and respond to queries.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating and resolving complex enquiries and casework independently.
• Acting as the main point of contact for CHS team’s shared mailbox and internal engagement platform, monitoring activity to ensure effective communication and collaboration
• Managing the diaries of senior colleagues and coordinating a range of internal and external meetings, activities and events. Including booking venues and speakers.
• Analysing and evaluating specialised information and data, identifying areas for further investigation
• Contributing insight to the development of new or revised policies and systems.

Who are we looking for?

You will be an experienced Sustainability professional with a strong understanding of the links between Climate, Health and Sustainability. You’ll be confident applying this knowledge to business priorities and capable of interpreting complex data clearly and concisely. You’ll be someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external. A genuine interest in sustainability will be key to your success in this role.

Other skills to be successful in this role are:

Why join us?

We recognise that our people are our greatest asset, to look after them we offer:

• A generous benefits package (see full details here)
• Hybrid working (typically 20% office-based)
• A culture of wellbeing and support- we’ve proudly been signatories of, and working, to the 6 standards of Mental Health at work commitment since 2019.
• A commitment to personal development, with opportunities for growth.

The role is offered at 36 hours per week, but we will consider part time (minimum of 28 hours). Please indicate any preference on your application.

To learn more about working in our teams visit our website, or check out the video below:

For an informal conversation, contact: hei-peopleservices@soton.ac.uk 

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Early application is strongly encouraged.

Closing Date: 19 May 2026

Section: Management, Specialist & Administrative

Salary: £31,236 to £35,608
Full Time Permanent

Join us at the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). We are seeking a Sustainability Programme Manager to manage and deliver a range of sustainability activity across the organisation. This will be a critical role in supporting the NIHR to meet our sustainability objectives.

Who are we?

The NIHR funds, enables and delivers world-leading health and social care research that improves people's health and wellbeing and promotes economic growth. We are also a major funder of applied health research in low and middle-income countries.

Further information can be found at: www.nihr.ac.uk. You are encouraged to review our operational priorities and watch this introductory video.

What will you be doing?

As Sustainability Programme Manager, you will be responsible for managing and delivering a diverse portfolio of sustainability activity across NIHR. Working closely with colleagues and stakeholders, you will help ensure our sustainability ambitions are embedded into strategies, systems and ways of working.

Key responsibilities include:

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who is motivated by sustainability and brings passion and knowledge to the organisation. You will be comfortable working across different priorities and be able to demonstrate a commitment to sustainability.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Why Join us?

We recognise that our people are our greatest asset, to look after them we offer:

• A generous benefits package (see full details here)
• Hybrid working (typically 20% office-based)
• A culture of wellbeing and support- we’ve proudly been signatories of, and working, to the 6 standards of Mental Health at work commitment since 2019.
• A commitment to personal development, with opportunities for growth.

The role is offered at 35 hours per week, but we will consider part time (minimum of 28 hours). Please indicate any preference on your application.

To learn more about working in our teams visit our website, or check out the video below:

For an informal conversation, contact: hei-peopleservices@soton.ac.uk 

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Early application is strongly encouraged.

Closing Date: 19 May 2026

Section: Management, Specialist & Administrative

Salary: £36,636 to £44,746 per annum
Full Time Permanent

The Strategy Office plays a central role in shaping and delivering the University’s strategic direction. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Office as a Senior Strategic Planning Manager within the Strategic Planning and Analytics team covering a period of maternity leave.

The Role

The Senior Strategic Planning Manager acts as a strategic business partner, providing expert advice, rigorous analysis, and constructive challenge to ensure the University Strategy is translated into ambitious, coherent, and deliverable faculty plans. The role works closely with Deans, Faculty Leadership Teams, and senior Professional Services colleagues, operating as a trusted adviser to support strategic alignment and effective delivery.

Alongside this faculty‑facing partnership, the postholder leads selected University‑wide strategic planning activities. This includes competitor and benchmarking analysis, horizon scanning of policy and sector developments, and contributing to the development, monitoring, and reporting of university‑level strategic key performance indicators. The role will suit someone comfortable working with senior stakeholders in a complex organisation.

Key Responsibilities

The role leads and coordinates strategic planning within designated faculties, ensuring alignment with the University Strategy and supporting delivery through strategic and annual planning processes. This includes developing, monitoring, and reviewing performance frameworks and KPIs, using evidence‑based insight to assess progress and recommend action where required.

The postholder undertakes qualitative and quantitative analysis to support strategic decision‑making, synthesising data from multiple internal and external sources. This includes leading competitor analysis and benchmarking, drawing on sector intelligence and performance metrics to identify strengths, risks, and opportunities.

Working closely with Finance, Faculty Operations and other Professional Services teams, the Senior Strategic Planning Manager contributes to action plans, business cases, and investment proposals. The role also supports strategic reviews and strategy renewal processes, applying knowledge of the higher‑education landscape to horizon scan policy, funding and regulatory developments and communicate their implications clearly.

About You

This role is suited to a confident and analytically minded professional motivated by supporting a complex organisation to achieve its strategic ambitions. The successful candidate will bring strong strategic planning experience in a complex environment, with the ability to move between institutional strategy and local delivery.

The role requires the judgement and people skills needed to act as a trusted adviser to senior academic leaders and Professional Services colleagues, including the confidence to offer constructive challenge. Strong analytical skills are essential, along with the ability to communicate complex ideas succinctly and tailor messages for different audiences. The postholder will be comfortable interrogating and modelling data independently, for example using Excel, and collaborating with specialist analytics colleagues where appropriate. A genuine interest in higher education is essential.

Why Join Us?

The University of Southampton is committed to creating a working environment where everyone can thrive, promoting inclusion, respect, and equality of opportunity. The University offers a generous defined benefit pension scheme, competitive holiday allowance with additional closure days, and flexible and hybrid working arrangements. This is an opportunity to work at the heart of a leading UK university, influencing strategic direction and shaping its future.

Closing Date: 19 May 2026

Section: Management, Specialist & Administrative

Salary: £46,049 to £58,225
Full Time Fixed Term (12 Months)

The role:

As an Administrative Officer, you will contribute to the delivery of high‑quality administrative services across our casework functions. Working with minimal supervision, you will manage your individual workload, plan and prioritise activities and ensure that casework is progressed effectively. You will apply a strong working knowledge of relevant policies and procedures, using your judgement to resolve queries where possible and escalating issues appropriately.

A typical day could include helping with enquiries from students and staff, preparing documentation for investigations, updating systems, analysing data to help underpin improvements and collaborating with colleagues across Student Administration and Academic Affairs.

Required skills and experience:

You will bring practical experience in administrative or secretarial roles with relevant vocational training or qualifications at Level 2 or 3 of the Regulated Qualifications Framework. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office and web‑based IT systems, with the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially and in line with policy requirements.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and communicates clearly and professionally with a range of stakeholders including vulnerable or challenging service users. You will be comfortable working under pressure, demonstrate patience and resilience, and have a strong commitment to accuracy, consistency, and excellent customer service.

Your ability to organise your workload, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain attention to detail will be essential. You will also be flexible in managing your time, including avoiding peak leave periods for the team.

What We Offer

Joining the Student Casework Team means becoming part of a supportive, people‑centred environment that values continuous improvement and innovation. You will have opportunities to develop your knowledge of University policies and systems, contribute to cross‑functional projects, and help shape processes that directly enhance the student experience.

Closing Date: 22 May 2026

Section: Management, Specialist & Administrative

Salary: £27,319 to £30,378 per annum
Full Time Permanent

At the University of Southampton, our aim is to change the world for the better, bringing together realms of academic research, creativity and knowledge to have a truly collaborative and ground‑breaking impact. We care about the challenges that humanity faces, and work to support others on a global scale.

In the Office of Development & Alumni Relations (ODAR), our job is to galvanise our community to solve these challenges and make a difference. Would you like this to be your job too?

About the role

We are seeking a Donor Relations Manager (DRM) to provide maternity cover during a strategically significant year for our team. This fixed term role will ensure continuity and excellence in the delivery of our well-established donor relations programme at a time when ODAR is about to launch its first institution wide campaign.

The DRM will take the lead on managing and delivering a mature, high performing programme of donor stewardship, with a particular focus on project managing key activities to recognise and celebrate our donor community and providing excellent line management to our Donor Relations team. You will ensure that our donor relations strategy continues to run smoothly, maintaining the high standards and personalised approach that underpin our success.

Working collaboratively with fundraisers and colleagues across the University, you will oversee the delivery of compelling communications, events and recognition activities that articulate the impact of philanthropy. You will also manage a range of operational processes - from donor data oversight to the creation of bespoke “magic moments” - that contribute to an exceptional donor experience.

About you

You will be an experienced and confident project manager, capable of taking ownership of a complex, multi‑layered programme and ensuring its seamless delivery. With a passion for delivering an excellent donor (or stakeholder) experience, you will be adept at coordinating multiple stakeholders, managing deadlines and maintaining momentum across a busy annual cycle.

You will bring creativity, attention to detail and strong communication skills, along with an enthusiasm for the power of philanthropy and its impact. You will enjoy working collaboratively and will be motivated by the opportunity to play a central role in a strategically important year for our team.

About us

We about to launch our first University wide fundraising and engagement campaign, involving more alumni and supporters with Southampton than ever before. With the full support and investment of University leadership, we are excited for what lies ahead.

We need people with intellectual curiosity and different ideas. We need people with direct experience or transferable skills and the interest and drive to take on a new challenge. We are actively determined to welcome a diverse group of colleagues into our inclusive team. Every day will be different, you will meet incredible people, and the rewards will be huge.

What can we offer you?

We recognise that our staff are at the heart of what we do so we have a generous benefits package. Our hybrid working approach helps you with your work life balance and offers you the chance to split your time between office and home working. 

Please contact Emma Smart, Senior Development Manager, on e.smart@southampton.ac.uk for an informal chat. Do contact us if you feel you don’t meet all of the selection criteria.

Closing Date: 20 May 2026

Section: Management, Specialist & Administrative

Salary: £36,636 to £41,064 per annum
Full Time Fixed Term for 12 months

RAi UK is a £31 million national programme creating a comprehensive ecosystem for responsible AI research and innovation across the United Kingdom. Funded by UKRI, the programme spans 28 universities, 150+ non-academic partner organisations, and an international network of collaborators across 45 countries.

The programme operates through five distinct funding streams — Keystone, Cornerstone, Satellite, Impact Accelerator and International Partnership projects — and is structured as a true multi-institutional consortium. RAi UK does not sit within a single institution; it convenes, coordinates and stewards a distributed national effort with a shared governance framework, shared outcomes and collective accountability to UKRI and to the public.

The Opportunity

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced operations leader to shape the infrastructure of a nationally significant research programme. As Head of Operations you will provide the organisational spine that holds a complex, multi-HEI consortium together — enabling world-class responsible AI research to happen at scale.

You will work directly with the CEO and the RAi UK Leadership Team to align operational capability with strategic ambition, and you will act as the principal operational authority for a programme that spans institutions, disciplines, sectors and geographic boundaries.

Critically, this role goes well beyond single-institution programme management. You will be responsible for designing and sustaining operational systems that work equitably and effectively across 20+ university partners, managing relationships with multiple institutional administrators and research offices simultaneously, and building the cross-institutional coordination capacity that a programme of this scale demands.

The post holder will:

• Act as RAi UK lead on operational matters providing expert yet pragmatic advice and guidance to senior management across RAi UK
• Provide core input to the development of RAi UK’s Strategic Plan and related guidance to enable RAi UK to respond to changes in the UK’s AI landscape
• Support RAi UK’s funding and participation in large complex, often innovative projects and partnerships, yet effectively manage the risks of doing so.
• Have responsibility for leading a team of highly skilled professionals, actively seeking to support career progression and attract new talent, to deliver RAi UK.

RAi UK is located within the School of Electronics and Computer Science, part of the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, which is at the forefront of research across all its disciplines, has an active knowledge exchange and enterprise ecosystem and a mission to provide exceptional education that prepares the next generation of engineers and scientists to tackle global challenges through collaboration with industry and research institutions.

As a University we aim to create a sustainable and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates who are committed to supporting this objective. The University holds an Athena SWAN silver award. We are also committed to sustainability and being a globally responsible organisation. The University has been awarded the Platinum EcoAward. 

The University offers a generous holiday allowance, additional University closure days, and excellent family leave provisions, also pension scheme membership, subsidised health and fitness facilities and a range of discounts. 

This role is offered on a fixed term basis until 31 March 2028 and is based at Highfield campus. For further information about the position, please email Jennie Calder-Smith (J.M.Calder-Smith@soton.ac.uk)

Closing Date: 11 May 2026

Section: Management, Specialist & Administrative

Salary: £59,966 to £74,851 per annum
Full Time Fixed Term until 31/03/2028

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Microsoft Azure-based infrastructure, ensuring that the SDE meets stringent security, governance, and compliance requirements associated with clinical research. The role requires experience with cloud platforms, infrastructure as code, and modern DevOps practices, alongside an understanding of networking, monitoring, and system reliability. Experience or interest in the clinical trials or healthcare domain, including the use of informatics and IT to support research, will be highly beneficial.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in medical research while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, creativity, and a genuine interest in applying technology to improve healthcare outcomes, along with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

The University of Southampton offers excellent career development and training opportunities as well as a generous holiday allowance (30 days) including bank holidays (8 days) and paid closure days (6 days). 

The University of Southampton gives you access to a wide range of benefits in addition to our competitive rates of pay and pension scheme membership and excellent family leave arrangements. 

If you would like to discuss the job with a member of the CIRU team please contact Lawrence Surey on ciru@soton.ac.uk

Closing Date: 13 May 2026

Section: Management, Specialist & Administrative

Salary: £36,636 to £44,746 per annum
Full Time Fixed Term until 30/09/2027