Non-Academic Vacancies

Welcome to our Non-Academic Vacancies page.

Here, you can explore a variety of opportunities to contribute to the vital operations of Magdalene College. From administrative roles to support in facilities, student services, and beyond, we offer positions that play an essential part in maintaining a thriving College community.

Application Forms

Application Forms are available at the bottom of this page. Completed forms should be returned by email to hr@magd.cam.ac.uk or by mail to HR Department, Magdalene College, Cambridge CB3 0AG.

Conference and Events Coordinator

Full time: 37.5 hours per week
£29,391 p.a

The College is looking to appoint a Conference and Events Coordinator to work as part of the Conference Team. The post holder will play an important role within the team, assisting in the smooth day-to-day running of the events and contributing to the delivery of team goals as set by the Conference and Events Manager.

This may include aspects of marketing and selling of conference facilities, day-to-day operations of events, administration, and liaising with other College departments. The role will involve some work outside of normal working hours and occasional weekends, particularly during the summer.

You should have experience working in the Events or hospitality industry and in a customer-facing role. An understanding of university and/or higher education establishments is highly desirable. Excellent IT skills, proficiency in handling numerical data and managing invoicing processes, and the ability to learn new systems is essential.

The position is full-time, 37.5 hours a week, with a salary of £29,391.00 p.a. (pay review pending) and excellent benefits, including:

•    contributory pension scheme 
•    free lunch when in College 
•    33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
•    the use of sports facilities  

To apply, please complete an application form and return it to the HR Department. 

Closing date: 9 am Tuesday 7 April 2026
We may interview applicants prior to this date.

Domestic Bursar

Full time: 37.5 hours per week
£85,000 p.a

Magdalene College is one of the ancient colleges of the University of Cambridge, celebrating its 600th anniversary in 2028. It is very proud of its long history but is also a thoroughly modern and forward-looking College.

The College is looking to appoint a new Domestic Bursar with the role due to start in September 2026. The appointee will be elected a Fellow of the College, reflecting the key position they will hold within the community, working closely with the Senior Bursar to determine the College’s non-academic strategy. The Domestic Bursar oversees many of the College’s operational teams, including, but not limited to, Catering, Accommodation, Housekeeping, and Buildings, and will be responsible for the College’s commercial conference activity. Whilst providing oversight of these departments, the Domestic Bursar is crucial to supporting the College’s academic mission, contributing to key committees and decision-making processes and securing Magdalene’s purpose for future generations.

Candidates will have excellent people management, problem-solving and relationship-building skills. They will be an experienced senior leader across an especially broad remit, with expertise in income generation and the planning and delivery of capital building projects, as the College has an ambitious estates programme. As the Domestic Bursar will be part of the day-to-day running of the College, they will ensure seamless and efficient delivery of essential services to the College’s community of Fellows, students, and staff, as well as to guests, including conference attendees and alumni of the College. They must be approachable and grounded, with commercial acumen and a service mindset.

For further details on the role, please visit, MINERVA: Domestic Bursar, Magdalene College, University of Cambridge.

To apply, please send a covering letter and CV to magdalene@minervasearch.com.

Closing date: Midday, 22 April 2026

Guidance for applicants

• Please download and complete both application forms and return to hr@magd.cam.ac.uk. Our postal address is: HR Department, Magdalene College, Magdalene Street, Cambridge, CB3 0AG.
• Please fill in all the sections of the form, there is no need to add a CV.
• At interview we may ask to check proof of qualifications detailed in the job description and proof of your right to work in the UK.
• If you have any questions about the application process, please contact the HR Department on hr@magd.cam.ac.uk, who will be happy to help.

Please note: The College reserves the right to close vacancy applications before any stated closing date.