Peter Cooper
Bristol,England
Summary
An innovative Technical Lead with a track record of driving projects to success through inter-team collaboration, leading to significant improvements in system efficiency and user satisfaction. Skilled at fostering a productive work environment, resulting in enhanced team performance and streamlined workflows.
A loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring colleagues. A dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Student Data and Systems Technical Lead
University of the West of England, Bristol
Bristol
11.2019 - Current
- Optimised admissions system performance through regular monitoring and proactive maintenance activities.
- Fostered a collaborative working environment with open communication lines with stakeholders in multiple teams (including Admissions, Recruitment and Marketing teams).
- Implemented new software package (Gecko) to enhance UWE's Open day, Offer holder event and Campus Tour provision.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to achieve agreement on technical specifications aligned with key business objectives.
- Performed both annual and irregular systems testing of applications before roll-out to end users.
Student Data and Systems Manager
University of the West of England
Bristol
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Managed UWE's External Reporting Team.
- Lead in the collection, manipulation and assurance of data quality in the provision of accurate and timely regulatory student returns (e.g. HESA).
- Liaised closely with internal stakeholders (both administrative and academic) during audits of student data.
- Played key role in early stages of implementing UWE's Degree Apprenticeship provision, including financial submissions to the ESFA.
Admissions Technical Adviser
University of the West of England
Bristol
02.2013 - 03.2018
- Responsible for reporting and maintenance of data quality in Admissions database (SITS).
- Resolution of business and transmissions errors between UWE and UCAS/GTTR.
- Key admissions liaison with IT services during upgrades and systems developments.
- Creation and dissemination of statistical and operational data reports (SQL).
- Trainer/coach for new staff.
Systems Development Officer
University of the West of England
Bristol
05.2012 - 01.2013
- Responsible for maintenance and development of UWE's Admissions database (SITS).
- Close liaison with business and technical staff to ensure seamless working between operational and development requirements.
- Development and implementation of test plans for upgrades to key systems.
- Training and development of staff, including Clearing periods.
Student Data Coordinator
Bath Spa University
02.2012 - 04.2012
- Day to day management of the Student Administration system (SITS).
- Production of reports and statistical information for cross departmental consumption.
- Assistance with preparation of data for external agencies (e.g. HESA, GTCE & SLC)
Admissions Technical Adviser
University of the West Of England
Bristol
09.2009 - 01.2012
- See duties as listed for same post above.
Admissions and International Officer
University of the West of England
Bristol
04.2005 - 08.2009
- Manager of the Admissions and International Office team for the Bristol Business School (BBS).
- Personal decision making and oversight of team with regards both Undergraduate and Postgraduate applications to the School.
- Liaison between School and central Admissions & Marketing departments regards promotional campaigns and marketing strategies.
- Organisation of and attendance at Recruitment, Induction, Registration, and Graduation events.
Programmes Assistant
University of the West of England
Bristol
10.2002 - 04.2005
- Primarily responsible for the administration of MA Human Resource Management programme, including:
- registration of new students;
- entry and maintenance of students data to databases/spreadsheets;
- minute taking & exam board clerking;
- personal administrative support to academic Director of MA HRM
Assistant Registrar
South East Essex College of Arts and Technology
Southend-on-Sea
06.2002 - 09.2002
- Personal assistant to Academic Registrar
- Administration of both FE and HE student records
- Assistance with enrolment of new students
Senior Clerk (Graduate Office)
University of Bath
04.2001 - 05.2002
- Handling of enquiries and applications from prospective Postgraduate students;
- Production and dissemination of offer/acceptance correspondence;
- Liaison with Faculty/Academic staff & Finance department;
- Monitoring of both internal and external Studentship/scholarship awards;
- Supervision of Office Clerk.
Faculty Student Systems Assistant
University of Bath
10.2000 - 04.2001
- Entry and maintenance of student data to Student Records database.
- Assistance in organising/running Registration, Examination and Degree Ceremony events.
Records Assistant
University of Bath
06.1999 - 09.2000
- First point of enquiry for Students within the Student Records department.
- Production of Student Data reports for external agencies (e.g. LEA's and Employment agencies).
- General office maintenance duties (filing, call handling, reception desk cover).
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
University of Wales
Bath 09.1993 - 06.1998
A-Levels -
Beechen Cliff Secondary School
Bath 09.1993 - 06.1995
GCSEs -
Beechen Cliff Secondary School
Bath 09.1991 - 06.1993
Skills
- Application testing
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Performance monitoring
- Team coaching
- Problem solving
- Negotiating with vendors
- Innovation and creativity
Affiliations
- Keen fruit forager, jam maker and flavoured gin producer
- Adult Fan Of Lego (AFOL)
- Regular gym attendee
- Voracious reader (fantasy & Sci-fi)
- Keen Formula 1 fan
Timeline
Student Data and Systems Technical Lead
University of the West of England, Bristol
11.2019 - Current
Student Data and Systems Manager
University of the West of England
04.2018 - 10.2019
Admissions Technical Adviser
University of the West of England
02.2013 - 03.2018
Systems Development Officer
University of the West of England
05.2012 - 01.2013
Student Data Coordinator
Bath Spa University
02.2012 - 04.2012
Admissions Technical Adviser
University of the West Of England
09.2009 - 01.2012
Admissions and International Officer
University of the West of England
04.2005 - 08.2009
Programmes Assistant
University of the West of England
10.2002 - 04.2005
Assistant Registrar
South East Essex College of Arts and Technology
06.2002 - 09.2002
Senior Clerk (Graduate Office)
University of Bath
04.2001 - 05.2002
Faculty Student Systems Assistant
University of Bath
10.2000 - 04.2001
Records Assistant
University of Bath
06.1999 - 09.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
University of Wales
09.1993 - 06.1998
A-Levels -
Beechen Cliff Secondary School
09.1993 - 06.1995
GCSEs -
Beechen Cliff Secondary School
09.1991 - 06.1993
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