Operations Administrator
Oxford University Innovation Ltd (OUI) is a wholly-owned subsidiary company of the University of Oxford, responsible for translating the ideas, intellectual property and expertise of University researchers into societal benefit. OUI is a leader in its field, nationally and internationally. Working with over four thousand of the brightest minds at the world’s foremost University, our Licensing & Ventures Group has created more than 180 new spin-out companies, and each year executes more than 150 commercial licences.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Operations Administrator. The role is within the Operations team and will report directly to the Deputy Head of Operations.
The position of the Operations Administrator will be responsible for:
- The administration of licences and other agreements so that information is up to date and easily accessible for the Deputy Head of Operations /Licensing & Ventures/Consulting Services and other members of the group.
- The maintenance of accurate data management systems to meet appropriate timescales.
- Maintaining strong working relationship with Group, OUI and appropriate University personnel.
The successful candidate will ideally have experience of working within a similar role previously or within a Patent & Licensing environment or Consultancy management.
The role will require the successful candidate to have:
- Effective relationship building skills and the ability to work well within a close-knit team.
- Strong verbal and written skills providing effective communication to individuals and groups
- High levels of attention to detail
- The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels internally and with external parties
- Commercial awareness and client-facing experience
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills and the ability to influence relevant parties
- A good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 is essential, and knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 is desirable
- An interest or knowledge of working with legal documents
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your application form, CV and covering letter to Viv Parry at careers@innovation.ox.ac.uk.
The closing date is midday on Tuesday 2nd February 2021
Salary for this role is commensurate with experience and will be in the range of £24,000 – £29,000
Oxford University is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and is empowered to reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.
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