Talent and OD Administrator

Reference
1106294

Branch
De Montfort University (Leicester)

Start date
05/01/2026

Duration
Other - See Job

Hours and days
See advert

Dress code
Smart Casual

Rate of pay
£12.79

Holiday rate
£2.00

Role

This role has been identified as not suitable for DMU students.

Unitemps is a University-owned temporary staffing agency that operates in various universities, including De Montfort University (DMU). There are several benefits to working with Unitemps at DMU:

Networking Opportunities: Through Unitemps, you may have the chance to work with various departments and individuals at the university. This can help you expand your network and establish connections that may be valuable for your future career.

Professional Development: Many positions available through Unitemps may offer opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement. You can learn new skills and gain valuable knowledge while on the job.

Career Progression: Some temporary positions may lead to permanent employment within the university, giving you a potential pathway for long-term career advancement.

Contribution to the University Community: By working with Unitemps at DMU, you become a part of the university community and can contribute to its success and growth.

More information on the DMU Branch can be found HERE.

THE ROLE

Are you an organised, proactive professional with a passion for supporting staff development?

We’re looking for someone who can play a key role in our Talent and Organisational Development Service by providing essential administrative support and ensuring our internal systems for staff learning and development run smoothly and efficiently.

• This role is working 30 hours per week on a hybrid basis - office days will likely be a Monday and one other day (subject to change)
• Preferred start date will be Monday 05/01/2026 with an expected end date of 30/04/2026
• Likely interview date will be w/c 15/12/2025

Duties and responsibilities

• Organise meetings and events associated with the Talent and Organisational Development Service including diary co-ordination, sending calendar invites, room booking and associated administration tasks
• Update and maintain systems and databases associated with staff training, learning and development activities including:
• uploading workshop/event/programme information on DMU Hub
• monitoring bookings on workshops/events/programmes
• updating training histories post workshop/event/programme attendance
• Ensure attendees of events scheduled via DMU Hub or arranged by the Talent and Organisational Development Service receive the required information prior to the event, responding to any queries that arise in the lead up to such activities to ensure a high quality customer experience
• Liaise with facilitators leading events, both internal to DMU and external providers, to ensure they have all relevant information. This includes:
• providing facilitators with attendee lists
• communicating cancellations
• sharing logistical information such as room booking
• Run reports from internal systems and databases on engagement and completion of staff training and development activities including mandatory training completion
• When required, liaise with colleagues within People Service to access data an information at different levels of the organisation to inform reports and further learning and development activity across the service
• Monitor inboxes associated with the service and ensure that emails are responded to in line with service level agreements. This includes responding to queries, signposting to appropriate resources and ensuring that actions are assigned to relevant team members when required
• Perform any other duties commensurate with the job grade as reasonably required from time to time.

Skills and experience

Educated to at least GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent qualification

Experience of working in an administrative role

Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically and Outlook

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent written communication

Experience of updating and maintain systems and data bases

Understands the importance of maintaining confidentiality when working with sensitive and confidential data

Experience of providing data to inform service reports and business plans Experience of working in an environment with a strong customer focused service delivery Demonstrable committed to delivering excellent customer service Ability to communicate with customers of all backgrounds and at all levels within the organisation with professionalism Ability to prioritise, plan and manage multiple tasks, meeting deadlines as required Ability to work as part of a Team Sensitive to a diverse range of staff and customer needs

Location
De Montfort University - Hybrid

Additional information
Please note this advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received

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