KMMS-116-26-R - Administrative Assistant

Job Overview

On the 1 August 2026, The University of Greenwich and the University of Kent will form a pioneering new multi university group called London and South East (LASE) University Group. Should you join us, you will be employed by LASE and within this, you will be closely connected to and work across one of our academic divisions (University of Greenwich or University of Kent), contributing to its distinct strengths, community and identity.

Do you take pride in delivering exceptional customer service, building positive relationships at all levels? Can you produce high quality work with accuracy and attention to detail? If yes, this full time, fixed term role may be ideal for you.

Responsibilities

KMMS are seeking an Administrative Assistant to work as a member of the KMMS Operations Team providing an accurate and effective central administrative support function across the breadth of KMMS activities. You will provide regular front facing support to KMMS staff, focusing on the support and progression of staff recruitment, onboarding and induction.

• Supporting the onboarding of new staff, carrying out in person and online KMMS School inductions and training ensuring staff are effectively supported
• Working as a member of the Operations Team, providing efficient and effective administrative support to students, staff and external colleagues, ensuring that all contacts have a positive impression of KMMS and that administrative tasks at KMMS are carried out effectively
• Supporting the scheduling and servicing of regular committee meetings, and other ad hoc meetings in KMMS, supporting with diary management and minuting meetings to accurately record actions and outcomes

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE in English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent
• Strong customer service experience and a commitment to delivering a high quality service
• Exceptional organisational skills, with experience of administering complex processes including tracking data and monitoring progress

Benefits

• Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs)
• 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part time staff)
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Corporate employee funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Kent values diversity and equality at all levels. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under represented at this level in this area.