Centres Manager(UK visa sponsorship available)

Job Description

About Us

University College London (UCL)

UCL is a multi-disciplinary university with over 16,000 staff and 50,000 students from 150 countries. We offer degree programmes across Arts and Humanities, Built Environment, Brain Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Education, Laws, Life Sciences, Mathematical & Physical Sciences, Medical Sciences, Population Health Sciences, and Social and Historical Sciences.

UCL Engineering

The Faculty of Engineering comprises ten academic departments, delivering research and teaching across a wide range of disciplines. Our scientists and engineers translate discoveries from theory into practice, producing innovative solutions to complex challenges. UCL Engineering is a dynamic and growing Faculty, driven by a vision to ‘Change the world.’

About the Role

The Faculty of Engineering manages numerous centres, laboratories, and institutes that require flexible administrative support. To meet this need, the Faculty Office is establishing a matrix-managed, shared services team to provide administrative assistance across these units.

We are seeking a Centres Manager to oversee all Centres/Institutes and their associated projects, ensuring efficient administration and contributing to the success of funded posts within the flexible team.

This is a highly organised, proactive role requiring excellent time management, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The role involves coordinating staff and resources across Centres/Institutes according to need and funding, with functional reporting lines extending beyond individual Centres.

The post holder will also support UCL’s equality and diversity policies and participate in Fire Evacuation Marshal training while maintaining awareness of Fire and Health & Safety regulations.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

Hold a first degree or equivalent experience.

Have a proven track record in administration and management in a higher education or similarly complex environment.

Demonstrate experience delivering high-quality administration and support services, including setting service standards and monitoring performance.

Possess financial management experience, including budgeting, reporting, and analysis.

Have excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior academic and administrative staff, as well as external stakeholders.

Be committed to UCL’s equal opportunities policies and work harmoniously with a diverse community.

Applicants must submit a supporting statement with examples demonstrating how they meet the essential criteria in the job description. Applications without a supporting statement will not be considered.

This role is eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration regulations.

For questions or support with accessibility during the application process, contact: faceng.facultyhr@ucl.ac.uk

Benefits

UCL offers a competitive benefits package, including:

41 days of annual leave (27 days holiday, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)

Option to purchase an additional 5 days’ leave

Defined benefit CARE pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

Immigration and relocation support (for eligible posts)

On-site nursery and gym facilities

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Employee assistance programme and discounted medical insurance

More information: UCL Reward & Benefits

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

UCL values diversity as a driver of creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity and creating an inclusive environment. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including people from Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ individuals, and, for senior roles (Grade 9 and 10), women.

Documents

[Candidate Guidance (PDF)](TalentLink Candidate Guidance.pdf)

[Centres Manager Job Description (DOCX)](Centres Manager JD – Final.docx)