Portfolio Officer

About The Role Portfolio Officer

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

This part time post (0.6 FTE) is available from September 2026 to 31 July 2028. Applications for secondments will be considered subject to agreement from your current line manager.

The starting salary will be from £33,951, (pro rata) on Grade E, depending on knowledge, skills and experience.

This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working - some time on campus and some from home.

This is an exciting opportunity to undertake a coordination and portfolio support role specifically supporting the senior leadership teams of the Education Diversification portfolio. The role will coordinate a wide range of activities, be responsible for administration, and will be required to support and get involved in all aspect of projects where organisation, coordination and administration are required.

We are looking for an organised, proactive, and innovative professional with experience supporting portfolio activities in fast-paced environments. The postholder will need to manage changing priorities, work under pressure, and deliver high-quality outcomes with minimal supervision. It is key that they possess excellent communication with strong attention to detail and confidentiality and can quickly grasp new concepts and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

Please contact Charlotte Johnston, EAS Business Manager,

We are committed to understanding different cultures and perspectives, supporting diverse leadership, and striving for social justice. We encourage applications from all groups underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities. Our inclusive, merit based recruitment processes seek to embrace a diverse set of experiences to ensure colleagues feel supported equitably. With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 countries, we foster a culture where everyone can thrive.

You can read more about our current accreditations and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here, including our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant.

• Flexible working opportunities and leading parental leave initiatives
• Generous annual leave (39-41 days including bank holidays)
• Competitive pension contributions
• A genuine dedication to supporting the health and wellbeing of all colleagues – see initiatives here
• Sustainability and the environment being at the heart of what we do