Part business, part charity, part membership body – students’ unions are all seriously fun places to work. They are organisations in their own right. Professionally run, but different. Professional teams support elected student leaders to make change, improve lives and fulfil potential; we help make it happen. Founded in 1897, LSE Students' Union is one of the oldest Students' Unions in the UK and is the representative and campaigning body for students at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). Like other Students' Unions, it also funds and facilitates student activities on campus, including 200+ societies, 40+ sports clubs through the Athletics Union (AU), the Media Group and Raising and Giving (RAG) charitable fundraising initiatives.

 

 

LSE Students’ Union has one of the largest and best offerings of student clubs and societies (including RAG and the media groups) in London, which shapes and impacts on almost every student’s experience of LSE. The post-holder for this role will support the development of those that are predominantly careers-focused, with the aim of building the relationship that they have with LSE Careers. The person in this role will also provide administrative support and event/project coordination for student groups and volunteers, making sure to communicate effectively and offer exceptional customer service to the diverse range of members who engage.

(Please note that this role is for an LSE student only.)

We’re looking for a professional individual who has a passion for student experience, activities and events – all within a fast-paced environment. It is important that you have good written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to provide excellent customer service, to ensure that our students/groups receive the best possible experience from our support. You must have a keen eye for detail and an organised approach to your work, as you’ll be handling sensitive data/information, and have various competing priorities at any one time. Applicants should also be positive, committed and approachable, with the ability to develop and maintain stakeholder relationships and a desire to work in an organisation that services a culturally diverse membership.

Salary

£26,681 pro rata (£12,018.50 for 20 hours per week for 10 months)

 

Because you’re excited by the challenge! The exact opposite of corporate, we’re progressive, daring and creative individuals working to make a difference in unconventional workplaces. Plus…

 

We want to ensure that all systems, policies and processes are (1) free from bias or discrimination, and (2) fair and accessible. We, therefore, ask that all candidates complete our Application Process in three stages:

 

Part 1. Complete a (Supporting Statement), telling us about your suitability for the role (this is what will be used to determine if you are shortlisted for an interview). In doing so, please (1) ensure that your personal statement is no longer than 2 sides of A4, (2) ensure that you don’t include any personal details within your personal statement, and (3) use the job description and person specification as a guide to help write it.*

 

 
Part 2. Complete an (Equal Opportunities Monitoring and Contact Form), so that we’re able to contact you if shortlisted for an interview. This will only be seen by our HR team (and will therefore have no impact on shortlisting), but it does help us gather and analyse demographic information about our applicants.

Part 3. Please attached your completed CV outlining the jobs or voluntary roles you have had.
 

Want to apply?

 

To apply for this role, please complete an online application – found on our website here: https://www.lsesu.com/workforus/

 

In the meantime, if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact:

 

Warren Bingham-Roberts (Societies Manager) – w.bingham-roberts@lse.ac.uk

 

Job Application Timeline

 

Closing date: Sunday 16 June 2024 (23:59pm)*

 

 

Intended interview dates: Wednesday 24 / Thursday 25 July 2024

Contract = September 2024 - June 2025

Compulsory Requirement - The UK Government sets the legal regulations that we are required to follow. As an employer we must ensure that everyone is eligible to work in the UK and this is done by us checking and making a copy of the correct original identification/documentation before your first day of work. Currently we require you to have the right to work in the UK, as we are not a Home Office approved sponsor.