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    SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. In response to the changing world around us, it is essential SOAS continues to adapt how it responds to and operates in order to be leaders in delivering exceptional education to our students and to support and attract the best academic talent globally.

    SOAS has reset its strategic plans through ‘Reimagining SOAS or the 21st Century’ to ensure priorities for the university are clearly focussed on providing the best educational services and facilities for our students and staff, and maximising opportunities internationally.

    Role & Responsibilities

    This is a fixed-term internship until mid-September 2023 for a recent SOAS Graduate (graduated within the last two years) who wishes to gain relevant work experience in preparation to pursue a possible career in university administration.

    Working in SOAS Careers, the Internship is 75% frontline customer service, 25% project work. Project work includes, but is not limited to, developing digital and hard copy careers information resources, supporting workshops and events, research into employers and sectors, and helping with social media and marketing initiatives.

    Skills & Experience

    • Finished an Undergraduate and/or Postgraduate Degree from SOAS within the last two years
    • Office administration experience
    • Customer service experience
    • Work experience in Higher Education (Desirable)

    Competitive Benefits Package

    As an employer of choice SOAS offers an extensive benefits package including:

    • 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional School closure days (pro rata for part time staff)
    • Pension scheme with generous employer contribution
    • Various loan schemes including season ticket and IT equipment
    • Cycle to Work Scheme
    • Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay provisions, childcare voucher scheme, financial support for childcare

    If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please complete the short online application form, and provide a copy of your CV, together with a copy of your supporting statement. Further information can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities.

    If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please complete the short online application form. Further information can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities.