Research Administrator

TL;DR

Research Administrator: Supporting the delivery of digital assessment trials by managing customer engagement and system administration with an accent on stakeholder coordination and process efficiency. Focus on onboarding schools, managing research documentation, and ensuring the smooth execution of digital assessment trials.

Location: Must be based in the UK and able to work from the Manchester or Guildford office at least 2 days per week.

Salary: £24,600 – £27,000 per year (depending on location).

Company

hirify.global is a leading UK exam board and education charity dedicated to advancing education through the development and delivery of high-quality academic qualifications.

What you will do

• Manage customer engagement and onboarding for schools and colleges participating in assessment trials.
• Administer on-screen assessment systems and configure digital tools for trial delivery.
• Organize and distribute research documentation, including consent forms and surveys.
• Collaborate with internal teams and partners to ensure trials run smoothly and results are delivered effectively.
• Identify opportunities to improve research processes and quality of outcomes.
• Support the recruitment and retention of trialling centres throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Must be based in the UK and able to commute to Manchester or Guildford office.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in customer engagement or research administration.
• Proficiency with digital tools such as Teams or Zoom and online management systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks under deadlines.
• Awareness of project management processes and a flexible approach to changing priorities.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful educational research and product development.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Inclusive and collaborative team environment.
• Professional development opportunities within a large educational organization.

Hiring process

• Submission of CV and a supporting statement.
• Interviews held in the Manchester or Guildford office in late June 2026.