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Research Administration Team Leader

London, Greater London (Hybrid)
£33,000 per year + benefits
Full-time
Contract (Fixed term maternity cover contract for 12 months)
Job description

Are you an experienced administrator who is passionate about animal welfare?
We’re looking for a Research Administration Team Leader to provide administrative support to our Research team, as they lead the field of canine behaviour and welfare research.

About this job:
As Research Administration Team Leader, you’ll:

  • manage and deliver administrative activities for the research team, from booking meeting rooms and arranging away days, to minute-taking and streamlining processes,
  • coach and mentor the administration team, leading by example and ensuring they feel supported to perform their best,
  • help the Research team conduct their critical work; by ensuring they have accurate, correct information and admin support.


About you:
To be successful in this role, you’ll need significant, proven administration experience, with excellent minute taking skills, the ability to produce high quality work and the initiative to drive solutions forward. You’ll also need experience of managing a small team, not just delegating tasks, but also coaching and mentoring them to thrive. Communication skills are also essential, with the confidence to interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Above all, an interest in, and commitment to, the work of Dogs Trust is essential.

About Dogs Trust:
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

What you need to know:
This role is a fixed term, maternity cover contract for twelve months. Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for 17th and 18th February 2025.

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a CV and a cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note, on rare occasions, we may close vacancies early if we receive an overwhelming response, so to avoid potential disappointment, please apply at your earliest convenience.

Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

Application resources
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Dogs Trust View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 501 - 1000
Refreshed on: 30 January 2025
Closing date: 04 February 2025 at 23:30
Tags: Administration, Research