Job Vacancies at University of Bristol

The role

We have an opportunity to join our Payroll and Pensions Team as a payroll officer. You will be key to the effective delivery of this vital function at the University of Bristol, one of the 3 largest employers in the city.

As part of the Finance Services division the Payroll and Pensions team play an essential role within the division and ensure 10,000 University staff are paid each month. This team of 20 not only ensure that payments are made correctly and on time, but we also administer and support University staff on our pension schemes.

Joining us will give you access to competitive salaries, excellent staff benefits, a generous annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays and fixed closure days), and access to pension schemes as well as training and development opportunities. The University operates a blended working policy which offers excellent flexibility on officed based and home working for staff.

What will you be doing?

• Working in our processing team you will be responsible for ensuring staff are paid accurately and on time each month
• Using excellent accuracy and problem-solving skills you will work to process a mixture of routine, and more complex payroll tasks alongside an employee-facing team
• You will provide a high level of customer service and deal with enquires from staff and external contacts, as well as liaising with other teams at the University such as HR, Finance and IT.
• Working within defined processes and making routine decisions within clear parameters. Solving problems or escalating where necessary.

There will be the opportunity for involvement in the systems and process improvement work as part of the future development of the team and to make the service as effective as possible.

You should apply if

• You have previous experience working in a processing team on a high-volume payroll using attention to detail and excellent numerical skills
• You can work methodically and are able to plan and prioritise a busy workload with strict deadlines
• Using logical thinking you can handle a range of queries and with your own knowledge you can solve these, or know when to escalate if needed
• You have good knowledge of Microsoft packages, especially Excel, and can quickly pick up the use of new payroll systems.
• Communication and customer service is important to you, and you can use these skills to deal with a range of people in both written and verbal formats with discretion taking account of confidentiality

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The role

The University of Bristol wishes to recruit a highly skilled & qualified graduate/post-graduate to lead and deliver a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Jisc. Jisc are a not-for-profit UK digital, data and technology organization, the UK’s National Research and Education Network provider (owner of the Janet network) and Designated Data Body for Higher Education. Jisc is a membership organisation  focused on tertiary education, research and innovation.

The KTP project will develop an advanced methodology and tool for assessing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from large-scale ICT networks to achieve net zero GHG emissions by 2040.

As a KTP Associate based at Jisc (Bristol) you will work closely with senior leaders in both academia and industry to embed new knowledge, build your skillset to drive sustainability transformation in the ICT sector. You will be able to apply your degree in real world applications with the role, gaining deep expertise at the intersection of digital infrastructure and industry whilst retaining links to academia.  

This 28-month KTP includes a £4,667 training budget with 10% of your time dedicated to your personal development. You will have access to a pension scheme with generous employer contributions. This unique funded opportunity from Innovate UK provides a blend of training and expert supervision, focusing on fast-track development of personal, organisational, leadership and analysis skills. The project will deliver new cutting-edge technology, provide excellent career development and hone your skills to become a future leader. ​

What will you be doing?

• Developing and applying innovative environmental assessment methodologies
• Gathering and analysing large datasets from network monitoring systems, and translating them into reliable emissions metrics
• Designing, building, and testing prototype software tools that integrate technical, environmental, and operational data
• Embedding the methodology and tools into Jisc’s processes
• Publishing high-quality outputs and contributing to wider sector engagement
• You will be the project lead, managing your own workload and ensuring outputs, including leading on meetings and workshops
• Direct problem-solving activities and your own learning
• You’ll have creative freedom to suggest changes and develop the project plan.

You should apply if

• First degree in Computer Science with a focus on sustainability and an MSc (or PhD) in a related research topic
• Background in network engineering or related environmental sciences
• Experience working with statistical data and systems thinking
• Quantitative skills, including statistical analysis, data handling (large datasets, network telemetry)
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), particularly ICT-sector and change-oriented methods
• Excellent communication, project management and problem-solving skills.

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What will you be doing?

• Lead the visual conceptual direction of creative projects, ensuring alignment with the university’s brand identity and strategic goals.
• Collaborate with the Copywriter to deliver cohesive, audience-focused campaigns across multiple media channels.
• Manage and mentor a small team of designers and content creators, fostering creativity and professional development.
• Present and refine creative concepts with stakeholders, incorporating feedback and engaging the Head of Creative for sign-off on complex campaigns.
• Ensure all creative output meets brand, accessibility, and regulatory standards, while staying current with industry trends and innovation.
• Oversee creative processes and resources, including the university’s photography and footage library, ensuring GDPR compliance and effective project execution.

You should apply if

• Proven experience as an Art Director with a strong portfolio of creative campaigns across multiple media platforms.
• Degree in Creative, Advertising, Marketing or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to inspire and guide creative teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Excellent conceptual thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a deep understanding of branding and visual storytelling.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced creative environment.