Administrative Officer Glasgow, Scotland
Job description
Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) is the largest of Scotland’s seven regional transport partnerships. As well as running the iconic Glasgow Subway, SPT delivers an extensive range of public transport services including bus stations and subsidised bus services, manages large transport infrastructure projects and is responsible for delivery of a long-term multi-modal transport strategy for the West of Scotland.
About the role
We have a great opportunity to join our Legal and Property Team. The purpose of the role is to provide a full administrative service to the function. A key aspect of the role will be to manage SPT’s complaints process including recording, distribution and provide responses as well as preparing statistical information and reports. You will maintain electronic records/databases and assist with the preparation and processing of grant funding agreements. Furthermore, you will be responsible for the administration of sickness absence, annual leave for all staff within the Legal and Property function.
About you
The ideal candidate will have excellent administrative skills and organisational skills and competent and confident in using Microsoft Office packages. You will be self-motivated and committed to work on your own initiative and as part of a team. You will have experience of liaising with senior staff and external bodies. The ideal candidate should be able to organise and prioritise their own workload and be able to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Full time hours will be 35 hours per week working Monday to Friday. The nature of this role may require you to work outwith normal office hours on occasion to support the operational requirements.
You will be based at 131 St Vincent Street, Glasgow, SPT is currently operating a hybrid working scheme which allows 50% home working.
Please note, this position falls into the low-risk category under the Alcohol and Drugs policy and therefore is subject to random and for-cause testing procedures.
Benefits
Working at SPT comes with many benefits you can look forward to:
- Commitment to your ongoing learning and development
- 33 days Annual and Public Holiday Entitlement
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme – SPT contribute 19.3% of your annualised pay
- Group Life Assurance Cover
- Employee Travel Pass Scheme – a Subway Smartcard to travel on the Glasgow Subway for free
- Discounted Season Rail Tickets – maximum of £300 towards the cost of an annual rail ticket
- Flexible working hours for eligible employees
- Cycle to Work Scheme, Childcare Vouchers, Employee Assistant Programme, Long Service Awards, Credit Union
How to Apply?
To apply, please select the ‘Apply Now’ button to complete an online application form. Closing date for applications is Sunday 26 March 2023 at 23.59hrs.
SPT is an Equal Opportunities company welcoming applications from a diverse background. If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. SPT encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.
For applicants with special requirements, or if you have any questions please email quoting the above reference.
