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Student Support Assistant

On-site in Oviedo·Full-time·Added 25 days ago

Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time hours.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Oviedo

    No relocation package mentioned.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What do we OFFER?

  • We offer a Permanent contract.
  • Options for FLEXIBLE BENEFITS (medical insurance, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, and transport cards) so that you can optimize your compensation.
  • 70% DISCOUNT on all our UAX degrees so that both you and your first-degree relatives can expand your education.
  • A carefully
  • Be Healthy by UAX Program activities (classes, workshops, gym, healthy menu...) driven by our own professors and UAX experts to care for your physical and mental well-being.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What do you OFFER us?

  • Experience in customer service, student support, or similar positions.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in CRM tools, preferably Salesforce.
  • Intermediate/Advanced level of Excel.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Orientation toward service and incident resolution.

What are you like in terms of COMPETENCIES?

You are a person who is:

  • Empathetic and student-oriented.
  • Proactive, with initiative and the ability to anticipate needs.
  • Responsible, committed, and with a high capacity for work.
  • Organized and methodical.
  • Decisive and with the ability to work under pressure.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing environments.
  • Possessing skills for teamwork and interdepartmental collaboration.
  • With a positive attitude and a vocation for service.
  • Capable of identifying opportunities for improvement and proposing solutions.

Nice to have

What else do we VALUE?

  • Previous experience in the educational or training sector.
  • Knowledge of academic management.
  • Experience using Jira or incident management tools.
  • Knowledge of logistics and shipment tracking.
  • Knowledge of different training modalities and site operations.

The role

What is your MISSION?

To have a clear vocation for service and student orientation, being able to communicate in a close and effective manner both in person and by telephone. You must have the ability to resolve doubts regarding the training offer of MIR Asturias, EIR, OPE, perform follow-up on incidents, and coordinate with different areas of the organization to offer excellent service. We especially value previous experience in the educational sector, as well as proficiency in Salesforce, Jira, and Excel. You must be a proactive, organized, and decisive person, with your own initiative and the ability to work in a team.

What you'll do

What are your FUNCTIONS?

  • Attend to and advise students of MIR Asturias, EIR, and OPE in person, by telephone, and through digital channels, offering information about the training offer, study modalities, locations, academic calendars, platforms, and associated services.
  • Act as the student's primary interlocutor throughout their entire training experience, providing close, personalized attention oriented toward excellence in service.
  • Manage the follow-up, resolution, and, when appropriate, escalation of academic, administrative, and logistical inquiries and incidents, guaranteeing effective communication with the student and coordination with the various areas of the organization.
  • Perform follow-up on requests related to enrollments, changes of modality, academic documentation, material shipments, and other associated procedures, ensuring their correct traceability and resolution.
  • Register, update, and maintain student information in Salesforce, guaranteeing the quality and reliability of the data.
  • Manage and follow up on incidents through Jira, ensuring their correct documentation and referral to the responsible teams.
  • Prepare reports, lists, and follow-up controls using Excel to support operational management and decision-making.
  • Collaborate transversally with the different departments of the company to offer agile responses and guarantee a satisfactory experience for the student.
  • Participate actively in identifying opportunities for improvement and in the optimization of student support processes.

About Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio

Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio (UAX) is a private Spanish university offering a broad portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, and vocational training programs across health sciences, engineering, business, technology, education, and music. With campuses in Madrid, Málaga, and Oviedo, as well as a robust online learning platform, UAX serves thousands of students and employs a diverse academic and corporate workforce. The university is known for its practical, simulation-based teaching methods and partnerships with leading institutions like the Rafa Nadal School of Sport.

Industry
Higher Education
Founded
1993
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Villanueva de la Cañada, Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Málaga, Oviedo
Website
uax.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • UAX has multiple campuses across Spain, including Madrid (Villanueva de la Cañada), Málaga, and Oviedo, offering opportunities in different regions.
  • The university offers both on-site and online roles, providing flexibility for international candidates.
  • Job openings include academic, research, and corporate positions, with some requiring Spanish language proficiency (e.g., French for admissions roles).
  • UAX is a private university with a strong focus on health sciences, engineering, and technology, making it a relevant employer for professionals in these fields.
  • The university has partnerships with institutions like the Rafa Nadal School of Sport, which may offer unique career opportunities.

In their own words

About the company & team

At our prestigious academy MIR Asturias, we offer you the opportunity to grow professionally in an organization in full expansion, with a strong commitment to innovation, learning, and social impact.

The initial contract will run until March 7, 2027, with the possibility of joining the permanent staff. In addition, at Adecco

Furthermore, at Grupo UAX we value diversity and equal opportunities. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of their gender, age, sexual orientation, origin, religion, race, or disability. We are convinced that diverse teams enrich our culture and make us better.

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