Overview
Job Title: Evaluation and Impact Officer
Job Reference: REQ260204
Date Posted: Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT
Application Closing Date: Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT
Location: Loughborough
Package: Administrative Services grade 5 from £29588 to £34610 per annum. Subject to annual pay award.
Marketing and Advancement
Full time, Open ended
Hybrid working options available
The post-holder will support high quality evaluation of initiatives across the whole student lifecycle which contribute to the achievement of the University’s Access and Participation Plan targets on student access, success and progression. While based within Marketing & Advancement, the role will involve supporting a wide range of colleagues across the University to generate insights and undertake evaluation to assess the effectiveness of different interventions. This will involve collating and analysing qualitative and quantitative data; identifying, summarising and presenting insights to help understand the impact of our work; championing monitoring and evaluation across the University; and sharing sector wide evaluation research findings and best practice.
Who we’re looking for
We are looking for a passionate individual with excellent interpersonal skills, strong knowledge of research and evaluation techniques and a willingness to develop their skills. Whilst previous experience of working in an evaluation role or within widening participation and student success is advantageous, we will consider candidates who have a keen interest in these areas.
What we can offer you
The role is offered on a full-time, permanent basis. Our superb Loughborough campus, based in the heart of England, is friendly, relaxed and has fantastic facilities with plenty of green open space. As a full-time member of staff you would be entitled to 22 days leave per year in addition to bank holiday and concessionary days.
Our University is supportive, where possible, of flexible working – you can find out more here.
We have introduced dynamic working and support a combination of working on campus and remotely. It is expected that the majority of time will be spent on campus.
The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularlyencourage participation from individuals who feel they bring perspectives that are currently underrepresented. This will support the University in maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Application procedure
Please complete the application form and evidence the essential criteria required for the role in the job description person specification. In some cases, the recruiting panel may also consider the desirable criteria. All information should be included in the online application form itself and any separate accompanying CVs will not be considered in the shortlisting process.
For full details, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
For informal enquiries regarding the post please contact Jared Patel, Access and Participation Policy and Impact Manager (j.patel@lboro.ac.uk) or by phone on 01509 223 745.
Our Benefits
At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:
Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.
Where you work – access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Financial wellbeing – competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.
Support for you and those close to you – through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.
Health and wellbeing – discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.
Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting
Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.
Closing date: Midnight Sunday 26th April 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 19th May 2026 (in-person – Loughborough University campus).
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.
