Events & Fellowship Administrator


Company:	St John's College
Salary:	£31,347 to £34,006 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cambridge, CB2 1TP
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Oct 2026
Closing date:	16 Nov 2026

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Summary

Salary: Between £31,347 - £34,006 p.a. (depending on experience) plus benefits

Job type: Permanent

Hours: 36.25 hours per week (full time). Applications from candidates wishing to work 80–100% FTE (29–36.25 hours per week) will also be considered.

St John’s College, one of the largest Colleges within the University of Cambridge, is seeking to appoint an Events and Fellowship Administrator.

The postholder will be responsible for organising formal College feasts, dinners and other events hosted by the Master and Fellows, coordinating arrangements with internal departments and external guests. The role will also provide administrative support to the President, the Assistant to the President and the Secretary to the College Council, including matters relating to the Fellowship, alumni dining, Council and committees, and the administration of the College’s silver collection.

The College offers a competitive benefits package including membership of a defined contributory pension scheme, 36 days’ annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays), access to a ‘cash plan’ healthcare scheme currently provided by Simplyhealth, free lunch, free use of an on-site Gym and free parking close to the College site, subject to eligibility criteria and availability and an Agile Working policy whereby eligible staff may be able to work remotely for up to 40% of their working hours.

The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9:00am on Monday, 16 November 2026. Interviews are expected to be held on Monday, 23 November 2026.

Essential requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: Good A-levels or equivalent Ideally, good university honours degree or equivalent Ideally, experience of administrative work, and/or of higher education SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES: Excellent project planning skills Excellent IT skills including competency in use of Microsoft Office and web-based applications, with a willingness and ability to update skills, as required Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Excellent customer service ethic, dealing with students, Fellows and alumni of all ages Ability to work accurately and with attention to detail Ability to take initiative and to be proactive Ability to work to deadlines Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other College Departments

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