Programme Administrator

Location: Central London (On site)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Temporary, until December 2026
Pay: £20.51 per hour (+ £2.48 holiday pay) (circa £37,400 salaried equivalent)
Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking an organised and proactive Programme Administrator to support the delivery of a portfolio of postgraduate programmes within a prestigious higher education environment. This is a varied administrative role that combines admissions support, student and academic liaison, programme coordination, and assessment administration.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring a smooth and positive experience for applicants, students, and academic staff. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will support the day-to-day administration of programmes, manage student records, coordinate communications, and assist with the delivery of key activities throughout the academic cycle. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support the graduate admissions process and manage applicant enquiries.
• Coordinate communications with prospective students and offer holders.
• Maintain accurate student records and administrative databases.
• Assist with coursework, assessment, and grading administration.
• Support Programme Managers with the day-to-day running of postgraduate programmes.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and programme materials.
• Liaise with students, academics, and internal stakeholders.
• Support student onboarding, orientation activities, and programme events.
• Monitor attendance information and maintain programme data.
• Provide general administrative support across the department. 

About You

• Previous administrative experience within higher education, professional services, membership organisations, or a comparable environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident communicating with a range of stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator looking to gain exposure within a highly regarded academic environment and contribute to the successful delivery of a range of postgraduate programmes.

CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so if you're interested in the opportunity, please apply ASAP with your CV in Word format.

At Prospectus, we believe recruitment should be human-led and we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. While AI may be used to support our administrative process, all applications are reviewed by people and all hiring decisions are made by experienced recruiters.