Senior Administration Officer | Flexible Civil Service Leader

Naija UK Connect; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Justice in Sheffield is recruiting a Senior Administration Officer for the Yorkshire and the Humber Probation Service. This full-time Civil Service role offers visa sponsorship for qualified overseas applicants and a competitive salary.

You will provide comprehensive office-based support, lead administrative teams, and ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Fire regulations. Strong leadership and organisational abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a senior administrative or coordination role.
• Proven ability to manage and develop staff, including performance and attendance.
• Strong organisational skills and experience in developing and implementing administration systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for report writing and meetings.
• A commitment to equality and inclusion, and an understanding of data protection principles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide senior administrative support across the Division, Function, or Cluster.
• Support the Business Manager in maintaining Health, Safety, and Fire compliance.
• Act as Single Point of Contact / Estates Liaison Officer for buildings under their purview.
• Line manage Administrative Staff, Case Administrators and other admin staff.

Skills

Senior admin experience

Staff management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Equality & inclusion

Job description

The Ministry of Justice in Sheffield is recruiting a Senior Administration Officer for the Yorkshire and the Humber Probation Service. This full-time Civil Service role offers visa sponsorship for qualified overseas applicants and a competitive salary.

You will provide comprehensive office-based support, lead administrative teams, and ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Fire regulations. Strong leadership and organisational abilities are essential.