Receptionist, Administrative Assistant / Event Administrator (Leicester, GB, LE1 9BH)

Receptionist, Administrative Assistant / Event Administrator (Leicester, GB, LE1 9BH)

Leicester Full-Time 30000 - 35000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Coordinate events and manage bookings in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.
  • Company: Join De Montfort University, a vibrant institution committed to quality education and student experience.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team, and opportunities for personal growth.
  • Other info: Flexible hours with occasional evening and weekend work for diverse events.
  • Why this job: Be part of a passionate team bringing exciting events to life on campus.
  • Qualifications: Organised, proactive, and confident communicator with Microsoft Office skills.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.

De Montfort University (DMU) is an ambitious, globally-minded institution with a strong focus on delivering quality teaching and learning and a campus-wide focus on providing a sector-leading student experience. As a culturally rich university with a deep commitment to the public good, the DMU community strives to maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment where staff and students are able to thrive.

The Role

We're looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and highly organised administrator to join the DMU Venues team, providing vital event administration and hands-on support in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. In this varied role, you'll play a key part in coordinating our busy bookings calendar, managing a range of administrative tasks while working closely with colleagues and external clients. This is a unique opportunity to join a small but passionate team responsible for coordinating room hire at The Venue and across campus, bringing to life a variety of events from conferences, dance shows, dinners, exhibitions and much more.

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for an enthusiastic, organised and proactive individual who has a positive, can-do attitude. You’ll be a confident communicator, able to build positive relationships with colleagues, customers and stakeholders at all levels. With excellent organisational skills, you’ll be able to manage a varied workload and adapt quickly to changing priorities. You’ll be comfortable using Microsoft Office applications and enthusiastic about adopting digital tools and technology to improve processes and deliver excellent service.

The standard working hours for this role are 8:00 am–4:30 pm, Monday to Thursday, and 8:00 am–4:00 pm Friday. As part of a team delivering a diverse programme of events throughout the year, you’ll also need the flexibility to occasionally work evenings and weekends to support operational requirements.

Interviews will take place week commencing 10th August 2026.

Contact

For more information about the role please contact Eleanor Ward, Commercial Manager.

De Montfort University is committed to providing a working and learning environment that enriches lives, supports individuals to reach their full potential, and where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As an educator and shaper of society, the university aims to role model positive behaviours both within the university and to reflect the diversity of the wider community. As such we welcome applications from all potential candidates.

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We think you need these skills to ace Receptionist, Administrative Assistant / Event Administrator (Leicester, GB, LE1 9BH)

Event Administration
Customer Service
Organisational Skills
Communication Skills
Relationship Building
Microsoft Office Proficiency
Adaptability