Business Support Officer

Overview of the Role Are you looking for a challenging role which enables you to work across a diverse range of activities and with a variety of people? Are you a problem-solver? Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders? Would you like to play a role supporting the delivery of high quality research and student education activities? We are looking to appoint a dedicated and motivated Business Support Officer, as part of the Faculty’s Business Operations team, to support the Leeds Institute of Musculoskeletal Medicine (LIIRMM). You will provide administrative support to the Institute’s full range of processes including research, finance, purchasing, IT, estates and health & safety. You will have a pro-active focus with the ability to handle a busy workload efficiently and professionally. You should be able to demonstrate excellent communication and be able to establish effective working relationships, dealing diplomatically with a wide range of people and maintain confidentiality. This role can work in a hybrid way. When on site this post will be based at the LIRMM Office at Chapel Allerton Hospital (CAH) though the post-holder may be required to work occasionally at LIRMM’s other sites at SJUH, LGI and on the main University campus. The frequency of work required on site will vary, and you may have scheduled or flexible arrangements for on-site days/times, or a mix of both. You will be responsible to the LIRMM Business Manager and through that role to the Faculty Director of Operations. To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: Adrian Iredale, Business Manager Email: J.A.Iredale@leeds.ac.uk Additional Information Working at Leeds  We are a campus based community and regular interaction with campus is an expectation of all roles in line with academic and service needs and the requirements of the role.  We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements. To find out more about the benefits of working at the University and what it is like to live and work in the Leeds area visit our Working at Leeds information page. Our University As an international research-intensive university, we welcome students and staff from all walks of life. We foster an inclusive environment where all can flourish and prosper, and we are proud of our strong commitment to student education.  Within the Faculty/School of Medicine we are dedicated to diversifying our community and we welcome the unique contributions that individuals can bring, and particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, people who belong to a minority ethnic community; people who identify as LGBT+; and disabled people. Candidates will always be selected based on merit and ability.  Information for disabled candidates Information for disabled candidates, impairments or health conditions, including requesting alternative formats, can be found on our Accessibility information page or by getting in touch with us at hr@leeds.ac.uk Location: Leeds - Chapel Allerton Hospital Working time: 100% Full time Equivalent Contract type: Ongoing Further details: Candidate Brief