Societies Coordinator

We have an exciting opportunity for a Societies Coordinator to join our Student Activities team on a fixed-term contract at Warwick Students’ Union.

Joining a society is a great way for students to meet new people, explore existing interests or try something new, enhancing and enriching the experience of studying h over 250 student-led societies, there is something for everyone within our diverse student membership.

What’s on offer:

Salary: From £29,729 to £33,093 per annum, plus excellent benefits including holidays and a contributory pension scheme.

Hours:Full-time 35 hours per week. Some evening or weekend work will be required from time to time and will be agreed in advance.

Location:2 days per week working from home, 3 days per week from Warwick Students’ Union, Gibbet Hill Road, Coventry, CV4 7AL
. This will be subject to change depending on the business's needs. Occasional off-site working is required.

Closing Date: Friday, 5 June 2026 at 16:00

Interview Date: TBC

Benefits:20 days holiday plus no less than a total of 18 days at Christmas, Easter, New Year, May Day, Spring and Late Summer bank holidays or days in lieu thereof, a dedicated wellbeing programme, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, substantial pension scheme and salary extras.

Who are we?

Part business, part charity, part membership body, Warwick Students’ Union is a vibrant place to work. An independent organisation in our own right, we’re professionally run, but different. Our talented teams support elected student leaders to make change, improve lives and fulfil potential; we empower them to make all this happen.

Warwick Students’ Union is one of more than 550 students’ unions across the country. And with more than 25,000 members, over 250 societies, 70 sports clubs, hundreds of elected representatives, a huge range of services and a bold strategy, we’re one of the most exciting.

What’s the role? Warwick SU is looking for a key addition to its fabulous societies support team. You will be responsible for providing advice, guidance and support to specific groups of student societies working in partnership with an established team of Societies Coordinators.

You will build relationships with the student executive teams that lead the Societies and provide relevant information to these student-led groups, particularly concerning planning for activities & events, health and safety, awareness of external speakers and safeguarding processes, managing finances, and legal compliance. You will develop expertise relating to your portfolio of societies, ensuring involvement is maximised, and risks are limited.

You will be responsible for keeping the student activities sections of the website up to date and using your knowledge of technology to communicate effectively with our members.

Who are you?

Ideally, you will have experience in a similar role, knowledge of youth and student culture, and a passion for supporting all students in having the best possible university experience.

You must be a confident, written and verbal communicator with strong customer service skills to succeed. You must also possess excellent planning and organisational skills. You will be highly PC literate and able to use data to improve services.

Experience in working with volunteers, conducting research or knowledge of safeguarding processes is highly desirable.

If you're excited about the idea of working in a democratic, student-focused environment and want to work in a lively and vibrant organisation, then this job opportunity might be what you've been searching for.

We are committed to equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from people regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability status. We aim to foster diverse and inclusive working environments and are actively seeking individuals who share our values. Whoever you are, we’d love to hear from you.

JOB TITLE: Societies Coordinator (2-Year Fixed-Term Contract)

RESPONSIBLE TO: Societies Development Manager and, through them, the relevant Director, the Chief Executive, and the Board of Trustees

RESPONSIBLE FOR: No…