At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate operations and improve processes to enhance student life at Aston University.
- Company: Aston University, a vibrant campus in Birmingham with a focus on inclusivity and innovation.
- Benefits: Generous leave, discounts, training opportunities, and access to on-site gym and pool.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equality and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in student success while developing your organisational and digital skills.
- Qualifications: Degree-level qualification or relevant experience in operational coordination and digital tools.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Aston University’s 2030 strategy is Inclusive, Entrepreneurial and Transformational. We are building a new model of university for a changing world, delivering measurable impact for our students, staff, partners and communities. Within this vision, the Student Life Directorate plays a central role in assisting students from transition through to successful completion, providing expert guidance on engagement, wellbeing and student success.
The role holder will provide centralised operational, project, governance, systems, finance and compliance coordination across Student Life. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is highly organised, calm under pressure, confident with digital systems and motivated by improving how services work behind the scenes.
Key Responsibilities and Priorities
- Directorate-wide operational coordination
- Meeting, governance and action tracking
- Digital process improvement using Microsoft 365 tools
- Student Life finance processing through Unit4 ERP/Agresso, departmental purchasing and budget reconciliation
- Compliance, audit, risk, health and safety and reporting support
- Cross-team collaboration and high-quality records management
About You
You are an excellent organiser who can bring structure to complexity. You are comfortable using digital tools and interested in improving processes rather than simply maintaining them. You can manage sensitive information, deadlines and competing priorities with discretion and accuracy. You are confident working across multiple teams and following up actions professionally.
You will have a degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience, with experience of operational, administrative, project, governance, compliance, health and safety or finance coordination in a complex organisation. Experience in Higher Education or student-facing professional services would be advantageous. Experience supporting operational processes such as health and safety, project coordination or compliance monitoring would also be helpful. You are comfortable using Microsoft 365 tools such as Lists, SharePoint, Power BI or Power Automate.
What we offer:
- Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
- Great family friendly policies.
- On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
Aston University may be able to sponsor those who are already on a Skilled Worker Visa issued before 22 July 2025. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role. Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.
The University celebrates the rights of freedom of speech and academic freedom and is committed to maintaining and protecting these rights within the law. An offer to work at Aston University will never be denied on the basis of an individual’s lawful expression of their beliefs, ideas or opinions. Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace.
Student Life Operations Coordinator in Birmingham employer: Aston University
Aston University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work environment in the heart of Birmingham with excellent transport links. Employees benefit from generous annual leave, comprehensive training and development opportunities, and a strong commitment to equality and diversity, fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. With access to on-site facilities like a gym and pool, as well as family-friendly policies, Aston University prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in transnational education.
