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Welcome to Hallam Students' Union

At Hallam Students' Union, students are at the heart of all we do. We’re a diverse, dynamic team committed to creating an inclusive space where every student can thrive.

Join us and be part of a bold, forward-thinking organisation that values feedback, embraces challenges, and delivers results. Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore our current vacancies and apply today.


Current career vacancies

Currently, there are no open positions – but don’t worry, we update this page regularly with new career opportunities. Be sure to check back soon. In the meantime, follow us on social media to stay informed about future openings.

Looking for something you can do alongside your studies? Check out our current student job opportunities here.


Why work with us

At Hallam Students' Union, we’re proud to offer a supportive, inclusive workplace where staff feel valued and empowered.

That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance.

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Trustee opportunities

Lay/External Trustee

We’re looking for passionate, strategic individuals from outside the student community to join our Board of  Trustees.

As a Lay Trustee, you’ll work alongside student and staff trustees to support our leadership, shape long-term plans, and ensure we make a real difference for over 32,000 students.

Whether your background is in governance, HR, finance, education, or another field — if you’re collaborative, community-focused, and want to have an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Job description

Person specification

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How to apply

We’re excited that you’re interested in joining the team at Hallam Students’ Union. Below, you’ll find everything you need to apply — from the documents we ask for to where to send them. If you’re passionate about what we do and think you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Submitting your application

  • Completed supporting statement form
  • Equal opportunities monitoring form
  • A current CV tailored to the role

Please email all documents as Word files to hubsrecruitment@shu.ac.uk before the closing date and time specified in the job advert.


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Equal opportunities

At Hallam Students' Union, we believe everyone should have the chance to thrive. We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - regardless of age, race, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

We’re actively working to build an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and respected. If you require any adjustments during the application or interview process, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at hubsrecruitment@shu.ac.uk.

Our mission and values

Accessibility at HSU

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