Collaborations Administrator

Overview

Full Time (37hrs per week) - Permanent

Location - High Wycombe

Salary - £29588-£33002

Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.

Our University’s DRIVE values are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual to provide comprehensive administrative support within the Directorate for External Collaborations. The role focuses on managing and maintaining collaborative relationships with partners in the UK and overseas, ensuring operational efficiency and quality assurance across all activities.

Key responsibilities include administering partner staff approval processes, coordinating collaboration communications, maintaining internal network pages and social media channels, and managing the official repository of documentation and partner registers.

The post holder will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, often under pressure, and must demonstrate flexibility, strong organisational skills, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive university community where everyone can thrive.

• a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
• Hybrid working (dependent on business needs)
• training & development support opportunities
• contributory pension scheme
• discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
• a range of staff discounts with major retailers.

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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information about this role please contact Professor Sarah Williams on

All applications are to be made in full and online.

BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace and aim to continue building an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’s workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.

Please let us know if you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that would enable you to perform to the best of your abilities in your role. Please reach out to Louise Williams on  if you have any specific needs or if you would like more information on how we can support you.

We ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.

Closing Date: 25th January 2026

Interview Date: 6th February 2026

If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Due to the salary of this role we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for the successful candidate.

BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process.

Job Title: Collaborations Administrator

College/Directorate: External Collaborations

Grade: E

Location: High Wycombe

Hours: 37

Responsible to: PVC External Collaborations

Responsible for: N/A

Job Purpose

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