SLLC 2407 - Business and Administration Officer

South Lanarkshire Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Scotland is seeking a Business and Administration Officer to lead administrative operations. This role will involve high-level support to senior leadership and contributing to internal process improvements. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office and possess strong organizational skills. The position offers competitive pay and various employee benefits, including a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme

Up to 33 days annual leave

Public holiday entitlement

Occupational sick pay

Family friendly policies

Employee Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating administrative processes and supporting senior leadership.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
• Understanding of political sensitivity and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate administrative operations ensuring compliance.
• Provide high-level support to senior leadership and the Board.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for strategic planning.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Minute taking

Diary management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

HNC/HND in Business Administration

Job description

Overview

Location: Council HQ, Floor 5, Almada Street, Hamilton

Hours: 35 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday 8.45am - 4.45pm (1 hour unpaid break), Friday 8.45am - 4.15pm (30 minutes unpaid break)

Salary Band: £40,804 - £41,698 per annum

Duration: 2 Years Fixed Term from Start Date

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South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture (SLLC) is seeking a proactive and highly organised Business and Administration Officer to lead the day-to-day operations of our Business and Administration team. This is a pivotal role supporting the Chief Executive, Heads of Service, and the Board, and contributing to the continuous improvement of internal processes across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate administrative operations and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Provide high-level, confidential support to senior leadership and the Board.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for meetings and strategic planning.
• Identify and implement improvements to administrative processes and service delivery.
• Liaise professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the service on working groups and contribute to staff training and development.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Has experience in minute taking, diary management, and supporting meetings.
• Demonstrates excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Can manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
• Understands political sensitivity and maintains confidentiality.
• Is flexible, resilient, and a strong communicator.

A relevant qualification (e.g., HNC/HND in Business Administration) and knowledge of SLLC’s governance structure are desirable.

Application Questions

1. Describe your experience in coordinating administrative processes and supporting senior leadership.
2. Please include examples of how you’ve managed competing priorities and maintained confidentiality in a professional setting.
3. What systems or tools have you used to support meetings and manage documentation (e.g., Microsoft Office, diary management, minute taking)?
4. Highlight Your Proficiency And Any Relevant Training Or Qualifications.
5. Can you provide an example of a time when you identified and implemented a process improvement within an administrative function? Explain the challenge, your approach, and the outcome.

Please note we do not accept CVs; any submitted will be disregarded. If you require to submit additional information to support your application, please upload this under supporting documents.

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture SCIO is a Scottish charitable incorporated organisation responsible for the delivery of leisure and cultural activities on behalf of South Lanarkshire Council.

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture SCIO, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave which will be calculated into hours on commencement of the role.
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave, enhanced leave
• Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)

Please Apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address

Foreign Police Check - Candidates should be able to detail any gaps in employment and provide a foreign police check where applicable if you have lived or worked for 3 months or more (consecutively) abroad in the last 10 years.

Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all members of the community. As a user of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum competency/behaviour requirements for the position.

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the British Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview who meet the minimum requirements for the position.