We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.  

The role

The International Student Recruitment team at the University of Surrey is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join as the International Officer for the Middle East and Africa. This role focuses on increasing applications and enrolments from international students in this dynamic region.

As the International Officer, you will support the development and implementation of a strategic plan to boost applications and enrolments from the Middle East and Africa. Key responsibilities include building relationships with international schools, managing a network of recruitment agents, attending recruitment events, and organising on-campus activities.

About you

We are seeking an experienced professional with a background in international student recruitment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing overseas recruitment and a comprehensive understanding of the international recruitment sector, both from a commercial and cultural perspective.

You will be confident in delivering presentations, managing complex projects, and organising events, with a strong proficiency in IT skills.

International travel will be a key component of this role, so applicants must hold a valid passport and be willing to travel up to 12 weeks per year.

Due to the flexibility required in the role, it is expected that candidates do not have other work or academic commitments

What we can offer

In addition to salary, you will receive a yearly incremental pay rise, a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

Further Information

To apply please upload your CV and a cover letter outlining why you would be a suitable candidate for the role

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.  

Closing Date: 13 May 2026

Area: Professional Services

Salary: £32,080 to £36,636

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.  

About the role

This role will provide high-level support and expert advice for the successful delivery of strategic global partnerships and university networks in education and research. 

This is a busy and varied role, key in facilitating partnerships across multiple dimensions of international engagement, such as providing qualitative insights and data analysis to interpret and evaluate opportunities; coordinating high-level visits and delegations; developing agreements; monitoring outputs and impact; and showcasing activities on the website and in marketing and communication channels and collateral. 

Reporting to the International Partnerships Manager based in our International Engagement Office, you will work in close collaboration with key internal stakeholders, including our Associate Deans (International) and other academics across our three Faculties. Your internal touch points and networks will include professional services staff across the university, including International Student Recruitment, Admissions, and Academic and Quality Assurance. Externally, the role will be a key point of contact for international partner institutions, including universities, funding bodies and policy organisations in Higher Education. 

About you

We are looking for a highly organised relationship builder, someone who has demonstrated the ability to build networks and leverage connections. You will be proactive in your approach and willing to take the initiative to engage with institutional and stakeholder priorities. You will be creative and innovative and have the ability to suggest improvement to working processes, alongside your strong business acumen and creative problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will have worked in Higher Education, or have a good knowledge of sector trends and international HE policy developments.

Occasional domestic and international travel may be required.

How to apply

Should you wish to apply for this vacancy, please complete the application on the university website, outlining your suitability for the role.

Further details:  

For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button above.

In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

If you have any informal enquiries, please contact Eduarda Modelli Cualhete, International Partnerships Manager: e.modellicualhete@surrey.ac.uk

Closing Date: 19 May 2026

Area: Professional Services

Salary: £37,694 to £46,049

We are recruiting a Cyber Risk & Assurance Manager to provide a focal point for Information Security Assurance, providing guidance and support to colleagues within IT Services and across the business. 

As a senior risk professional, you will be leading on information security assurance, working with other security disciplines, technical teams and architects to overlay good practice and security controls in support of business activities. Using your business acumen, you will apply appropriate risk analysis principles to support the University mission.

What you’ll be doing: 

• Working with the Cyber Security leadership team to develop the University’s security and compliance frameworks, maintaining and developing accreditation for IT Services’ service catalogue
• Managing the PCI-DSS certification process, supporting all faculties / departments to ensure that their payment solutions are compliant
• Managing the annual certification activities associated with NHS DSP Toolkit
• Managing the annual certification activities associated with Cyber Essentials+
• Operating and continuously improving the cyber risk registers and management information, supporting the successful communication of business risk within the institutional risk framework and University committee structure
• Provide product ownership for GRC tooling

What you’ll have: 

• Substantial vocational and relevant management experience, and success in similar or related roles, supported by evidence of significant appropriate specialist knowledge
• Experience of administering vendor risk management processes, and prior experience of risk assessment
• Experience of working with external parties in relation to their specific information security assurance requirements, such as NHS England (NHS DSP Toolkit); ONS (ONS Secure Research Service)
• Experience of developing workflows in support of information governance and information security assurance; particularly any service development involving GRC processes and tooling (such as OneTrust)
• Appropriate IT Security/risk certifications (such as one or more of: CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC)
• Ability to work flexibly, including working outside of regular office hours upon occasion where incidents arise

What we can offer

In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with 8 additional days for Bank Holidays and 7 for University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

How to apply

To apply, please upload your CV and a cover letter to the university website.

Informal enquiries should be directed to David Iveson via d.iveson@surrey.ac.uk

Interviews will be held 26th May.

Please note, we are not looking for any external agency support on this role at this time.

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. 

Closing Date: 08 May 2026

Area: Professional Services

Salary: £58,225 to £69,488 per annum

Our high-achieving Advancement team recently closed its first global fundraising campaign, and is now building on this success to drive even greater philanthropic impact. The Advancement team of 25 ambitious professionals work with our global community of 153,000 alumni in 185 countries delivering alumni engagement activities and securing donations to support research and students at the University.

The role

We are seeking an outstanding assistant to provide high-quality, professional administrative and PA support to the Director of Advancement and the Advancement Leadership Team. This is a key role for an organised, proactive and personable individual who takes pride in delivering a seamless service, enabling senior leaders to operate effectively and efficiently within an ambitious Advancement function. The University operates a hybrid working approach and this role will be a minimum of three days per week office-based with flexibility to attend campus more frequently when required. Part-time hours will be considered for the right candidate.

About you

If you are highly efficient, dependable and trustworthy, with excellent administrative skills and a naturally warm and professional manner, we would welcome your application. You will join a friendly and forward-looking team at the University of Surrey, working in a collaborative environment and contributing to work that directly supports students, research and the University’s global ambitions. 

How to apply

To apply, please upload a CV and cover letter outlining why you would be a suitable candidate for the role. Previous applicants need not apply. The University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early based on volume and calibre of applications.

If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact Amintha Buckland, Associate Director, Philanthropy – a.buckland@surrey.ac.uk for an informal chat.

In return we offer a generous pension, flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

Closing Date: 15 May 2026

Area: Professional Services

Salary: £28,031 to £31,236 per annum

The role

The post holder will work within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences to provide high-quality administrative support for apprenticeship programmes and external partnerships, with a particular focus on Nursing Degree Apprenticeships and Transnational Education (TNE) activity. They will be the primary administrative lead and first point of contact for all apprenticeship-related matters across the Faculty, providing a consistent and knowledgeable interface for apprentices, employer partners, academic staff, and central university services.

The post holder will take ownership of all operational apprenticeship administration, including maintaining accurate and compliant learner records through the DfE Apprenticeship Service portal and managing ILR data returns. They will oversee student enrolment, progression tracking, funding documentation, and End Point Assessment logistics, ensuring that records, processes, and systems meet regulatory requirements and uphold data quality standards throughout the apprenticeship lifecycle.

Working closely with the Business Operations team and wider professional services teams, the post holder will coordinate effective communication across internal and external stakeholders, including NHS employer partners, clinical practice educators, Chief Student Officer (CSO) Office, and central admissions. The role will also include supporting key strategic initiatives, partnership advancement, network development, and providing administrative support for accreditation activities, inspections, faculty events, and committees.

About you

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate previous experience of working in an administrative role, with strong experience in reporting and data administration. Excellent IT skills are essential, including proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom, and SharePoint, along with the ability and willingness to learn bespoke software systems.

The role requires excellent communication skills, adaptability and flexibility, and a strong customer service focus. The post holder will need to be able to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner and demonstrate excellent planning and organisational abilities. A proactive approach, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, is essential.

Experience of administering and supporting apprenticeship programmes or Transnational Education (TNE) programmes would be desirable, as would experience of the Higher Education sector and awareness of the activities of the University.

We are looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and responsible person, with the ability to work both as an effective team member and independently. The role will be predominantly based on the Manor Park campus but may also require travel to the Stag Hill campus on occasion for Faculty or University-wide events. Hybrid working patterns can be considered, but a minimum of three days is expected on site.

In addition to a competitive salary the post holder will receive 32 days annual leave/closure days and a great benefits package including pension and discounted membership to our world-renowned Surrey Sports Park.

How to apply

Please apply on the University website with a CV and cover letter addressing the criteria questions.

Please note interviews are scheduled for 12th May 2026.

Closing Date: 04 May 2026

Area: Professional Services

Salary: £32,080 to £36,636 per annum

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.  

The role

We are looking for a proactive and well-organised Brand and Creative Services Co-ordinator to play a supporting role in our Communications team.

Working closely with the Brand and Creative Services teams, you will help to plan, co-ordinate and deliver a range of marketing and communications projects that enhance the University’s profile and reputation.

You will co-ordinate project activity, maintain administrative duties and workflows, support the production of marketing and creative assets, liaise with colleagues and suppliers, and act as a first point of contact for routine queries for the team. You will work with colleagues across the University to ensure consistent brand application, helping them to understand and use our brand effectively, and contributing to a smooth-running and high-performing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in marketing and communications, while contributing directly to the growth and reputation of a University.

About you

You will bring strong organisational skills, attention to detail and experience of working in a marketing, communications or related co-ordination role. You will be confident managing multiple tasks and deadlines, building good working relationships, and providing clear, accurate support in a busy, multi-stakeholder environment.

How to apply

To apply, please upload a CV and covering letter along with your application to the University website.

Interviews will take place during week commencing 18th May.

For informal queries about the role, please email Anna Ridgway, Brand Manager: a.ridgway@surrey.ac.uk

The University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early based on volume and calibre of applications.

Closing Date: 08 May 2026

Area: Professional Services

Salary: £32,080 to £33,002 per annum

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.  

The role

The opening of this post represents an excellent opportunity for those wishing to develop a career in Higher Education at one of the UK's top Universities.

You will work closely with your Line Manager, and academic and administrative staff, in order to deliver a high quality and efficient service to students, staff and external clients. Working in the centrally based Student Scheduling team will mean you providing excellent administrative support to taught programmes and activities will include maintaining student, programme and module information, and supporting staff in the organisation of programmes.

The successful candidate will therefore need to be able to demonstrate an ability to work to a high level of detail, and strong customer focus and understanding of what students and staff need, computing skills (in particular databases). The role will require excellent interpersonal and organisational ability.

You will need to be adaptable to different situations and should be well organised and methodical in your approach.

Relevant administrative experience would be a distinct advantage.

The day to day tasks will include, but not limited to -

• To provide efficient administration and management of activities relating to the maintenance of activity for programme, module and student data for one of three Faculties, ensuring data integrity is achieved and internal and external reporting requirements and deadlines are met.
• To build and maintain effective working relationships with academic staff and colleagues from the wider Chief Student Officer’s Directorate.
• To acquire and maintain an excellent working knowledge of the student records system (SITS) and timetabling system (CMIS) to work effectively and efficiently and to contribute to process improvements.
• To receive and process enquiries in a timely, and courteous manner to contribute to the overall student experience.
• To take forward actions on the basis of an agreed schedule for data maintenance, such as programme and module changes, and then entering changes within SITS.
• To edit and produce accurate timetables and related data.
• To apply current processes and procedures in line with University regulations and policy.
• To support key student/Faculty events (such as open days, graduation).
• To work closely with Senior Scheduling Officers to ensure administration of Short Courses is conducted professionally and with attention to detail. 

This role is offered on a Fixed-Term basis, provisionally until December 2026.

Please apply via the apply online feature and complete your application form. If you have any queries please email c.reeves@surrey.ac.uk

The University is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

Closing Date: 01 May 2026

Area: Professional Services

Salary: £28,031 to £31,236
Fixed Term until December 2026

Nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Surrey countryside, we offer market leading benefits and a role in which you can make a real impact on people’s lives!

We value, empower and support every member of staff to get the best out of your unique talents, so you’ll be rewarded with a generous salary, 20 days annual leave which increases by 1 day per year for a maximum of 5 days, bank holidays and 7 University days (Easter & Christmas) salary sacrifice benefits and a unique and vibrant working environment on-campus.

Roles & Responsibilities:
 
 Working as part of a team responsible for  small installation works and supporting operational maintenance of University premises, you will be undertaking planned projects and reactive work on various systems to support the University’s infrastructure and environmental control systems across all our premises, ensuring that they are maintained and installed in a safe, efficient, and functional order.

You’ll need good planning, organising and prioritising skills, and will be working at a senior level. As such, you will be expected to tackle more complex tasks, take on additional responsibilities and communicate effectively at a senior level.

Other responsibilities include: 

• Maintain all systems, including statutory inspection and testing where required, to meet current legislative requirements.
• Ensure failing plant or assets are reported to the Helpdesk and plant areas are maintained in good condition.
• Deliver an effective and timely response to maintenance demands across the University in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Ensure compliance with all University Health and Safety and Environmental systems and procedures, and take an active part in the development of these policies
• Ensure the use of equipment and materials in delivery of maintenance services are appropriate and meet current legislative standards.
• Keep up to date with related legislation and developments, attending courses and passing all necessary exams to maintain professional accreditation.
• Carry out multi-skilled tasks, where relevant, such as (but not restricted to) mechanical isolation and fault finding, electrical isolations, minor carpentry, redecoration repairs linked to maintenance and small works.
• Complete all administrative work associated with departmental management systems, including the completion of work records, timesheets, stores issues, estimates and health & safety records. Utilise Building Logbook to record all maintenance visits and any relevant defective information and repairs. All defects to be reported immediately to the help desk for further action.
• Must be computer literate and work well with computer/tablet systems

What’s in it for you?

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.

Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:

• 25 days holiday 
• 8 days bank holiday / 3 Uni days at Easter / 3 Uni days at Xmas / plus 1 VC Day
• 36 Hours per week
• Training in relevant areas
• Discount at SSP
• Onsite discounted childcare
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Electric car lease scheme

How to Apply

For more information or to be considered for the role, please apply via the University Website.

Please note this position will be employed by Operate Surrey Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Surrey

Closing Date: 08 May 2026

Area: Professional Services

Salary: £41,064 to £44,746 per annum

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.  

The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences is seeking to appoint a motivated individual to join the Clinical Placements Administration Team.

The role

The post holder will work closely with the Clinical Placements Manager, wider clinical placements team and academic and administrative staff aligned to the School of Health Sciences to deliver a high quality and efficient service. They will have line management responsibility and oversight of placement activity, processes and requirements for the Health Sciences programmes. Experience of managing a team would be desirable but not essential.

About you

The successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate a strong customer focus and understanding of what students, staff and external placement providers will require from them. The role requires a proactive individual, competent in the use of IT with an attitude open to change. The ability to work to a high level of accuracy is also essential.

The role will require excellent interpersonal and organisational ability demonstrating adaptability and flexibility with regards to changing workloads and priorities. The successful candidate will need to be able to adapt to different situations and establish rapport with internal and external stakeholders. They will have day to day line management responsibility for three staff members and would be expected to demonstrate good leadership and practice within their role, in line with existing guidance and structures.

We are looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and responsible person, with the ability to work both as an effective team member and independently. In addition to a competitive salary the post holder will receive 32 days annual leave/closure days and a great benefits package including pension and discounted membership to our world-renowned Surrey Sports Park.

How to apply

Please apply on the University website with a CV and cover letter addressing the criteria questions.

Closing Date: 03 May 2026

Area: Professional Services

Salary: £32,080 to £36,636 per annum