Conference and Events Administrator (Maternity Cover)

University of Cambridge

  • Cambridge
  • £22,660 per year
  • Contract
  • Part-time
  • 8 days ago
Job Type: 30 hours per week, up to 12-month maternity coverLucy Cavendish College, part of the University of Cambridge, is seeking to appoint a Conference and Events Administrator to provide administrative support to the team on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave. The post holder will deliver a consistently high level of service to Fellows, students, staff and external guests/customers of the College.Responding to all internal and external event enquiries, you will help to build strong, long-term relationships with clients as well as identifying new business opportunities. You will update event bookings whilst liaising with conference or event organisers during their stay and prepare event literature, including signage and other requirements. You will manage guest room, meeting room and supervision room bookings as well as ensuring the relevant pages of the College website are maintained.This is an exciting and varied role for an individual with strong administrative skills and previous customer service or event management experience. With the ability to work in a small team, you will be willing to adopt a flexible and collaborative approach to tasks, have enthusiasm for and enjoyment in working with a variety of colleagues demonstrating a customer focused approach at all times.The College is looking for someone to work 30 hours per week, the hours per day are subject to agreement, but the postholder must be able to work Thursday and Friday afternoons.In return we can offer a benefits package including:
  • 36 days holiday, pro rata for part time (inclusive of Christmas closure and bank holidays)
  • Free meals on shift
  • A 6% employer contributory pension scheme
  • Free car parking (if available)
  • Life assurance x3 salary
  • A health cash back scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Wellbeing programme including free yoga and bootcamp sessions
To learn more about this role, or to make an informal enquiry, please contact the Head of Hospitality and Catering, Catherine Kearsey, on .Closing date: 9am Monday 8th September 2025Interview date: Monday 15th September 2025Lucy Cavendish College is committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve. Candidates are requested to complete the as part of their application. The information provided is anonymous and will not be used in considering your application or given to the selection panel.To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above.£22,660 p.a. (£28,326 FTE)

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