Campus & Commercial Services University of Chester £25,249 - £25,804 per annum | 36.5 hours per week
We are seeking a highly organised and customer-focused Administrative Assistant to join our Campus and Commercial Services team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within the Directorate's core administration hub, supporting a diverse range of operational and commercial services across the University of Chester. Working within a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment, you will provide high-quality administrative support to teams responsible for Commercial Services, Front of House, Security, Domestic Services and Caretaking across our Chester campuses and University Centres throughout the region.
As part of a small and supportive team, you will work closely with the Campus and Commercial Services Coordinator, helping to support financial processes, maintain accurate records, coordinate meetings, support commercial occupants and provide excellent customer service to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
About You
You will be educated to A Level standard (or equivalent) and have experience working in a busy administrative or customer-facing environment. You will possess excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
The successful candidate will be confident using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and will have excellent written and verbal communication skills. You will be proactive, self-motivated and capable of working independently while contributing positively to a wider team.
Experience of minute taking, diary management, financial administration and customer service is essential. Experience within a commercial environment and working with financial reporting or business data would be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
Provide administrative support across the Campus and Commercial Services Directorate.
Support financial processes, including raising purchase orders and invoices and maintaining accurate records.
Produce and update spreadsheets, reports and commercial occupancy information.
Assist with the onboarding and offboarding of commercial occupants.
Produce occupant ID cards and maintain associated records.
Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes and track actions.
Respond to routine enquiries from customers, suppliers and colleagues.
Maintain calendars and coordinate appointments and meetings.
Support the collection and reporting of operational and commercial performance data.
Deliver a professional and responsive customer service experience at all times.
What We Are Looking For
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
Excellent administration and organisational skills.
Strong customer service experience.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
A flexible and proactive approach to work.
Ability and willingness to travel between University sites when required.
Why join the University of Chester?
At the University of Chester, you'll be part of a supportive community that values collaboration, wellbeing and professional development. We recognise that our staff are central to our success and offer a range of benefits to support you both at work and beyond:
Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 22 days plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure days, increasing with service.
Excellent pension options , including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme or Higher Education Defined Contribution Scheme.
Flexible working opportunities where operationally appropriate, supporting a positive work-life balance.
Learning and development opportunities , including access to training, workshops and career development support.
Employee wellbeing support , including occupational health services and employee assistance resources.
Discounted gym membership and access to University’s sports facilities.
Retail, travel and lifestyle discounts through staff benefit schemes.
A friendly and inclusive working environment where diversity, belonging and wellbeing are valued.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Galina Georgieva, Campus and Commercial Services Coordinator , at
[email protected] .
PLEASE NOTE : We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Please only apply if you already have right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
To apply, please visit www.chester.ac.uk/jobs and quote reference number 1783 - 26 - R2
Department/Division
Commercial Services
Location
Multiple Sites
Salary
£25,249 to £25,804
Post Type
Full Time
Contract Type:
Permanent
Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 18 August 2026
Reference
1783-26-R2
