CPD Administrator, Research & Innovation

Abdn; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Aberdeen City is seeking a proactive administrator to support academic staff in developing training and education programs. The role requires excellent computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office, and the ability to manage a diverse workload efficiently. The candidate should possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Additional experience with Event Management Systems would be advantageous. This is a part-time position at 60% of full-time for 12 months, with a salary based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Office package is essential.
• Experience with Event Management Systems is an advantage.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Support academic-related staff in various activities.
• Provide efficient administrative support to internal and external customers.
• Ensure smooth-running of a busy office.

Skills

Excellent computer skills

Experience with Microsoft Office

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Event Management System

Financial systems

Job description

A proactive administrator is required to support the work of academic-related staff as they develop work-related training and education, continuing professional development and other commercial activities.You will have a flexible and team-orientated approach, underpinned by the judgement to prioritise a diverse workload with often competing demands. You should possess excellent computer skills, with experience using the Microsoft Office package. Experience of an Event Management System and / or financial systems would be an advantage. You will be organised to provide efficient administrative support, dealing with a wide range of internal and external customers which will be supported by excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an understanding of the importance of detail. You will have a wide range of responsibilities to deliver effective support to ensure the smooth-running of a busy office.

Job Description

The post holder will be responsible to the CPD Manager but will take direction from other Business Development Officers and the Director or Research and Innovation.

This post is available on a 60% of full-time basis for a period of 12 months.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 4, 60% of £27,319 - £31,236 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Julie Dixon CPD Business Development Officer, e-mail: [e-mail]

In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa .

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 22 January 2026.

The Directorate of Research and Innovation embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

Please Note

If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team ([e-mail] ) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.