Senior Administrative Officer Ref: 3396

Department- Admin
- Location(s)- Cheltenham, Manchester, London
- Salary- £30,257 - £32,659 (depending on location)
- Shift Work- Yes
- Shift work details**Flexible working**: A range of working patterns are available, including part-time, compressed hours and job shares. If this interests you, it can be discussed during the recruitment process.
- Job description**About Us**

MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you’ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security.

**The Role**

As a Senior Admin Officer you will provide vital administrative support across a range of business areas. You could work in a number of departments such as HR, Finance, Records Management or Information Management.

There are a range of tasks and responsibilities you could be involved in which may include;
- collating information,
- managing databases,
- research and project work,
- report writing,
- arranging and managing meetings,
- diary management,
- arranging travel.

You may also manage a small team of administrators, work autonomously and have greater responsibility for your work.

To be successful in the role you will need excellent skills in administration, organisation, prioritisation, written and oral communication and team working. You will need to have an eye for detail when collating information, good judgement, and be happy to manage others. You will have a flexible, self-motivated approach.

You’ll gain breadth of experience and a variety of new skills including in some of our IT systems. Whichever team you join, we’ll provide in depth training to ensure you’re equipped with all the skills you need to assist us to the best of your abilities.

Whether you’re at the beginning of your career, returning to work after a break, or are looking for a new challenge, this role has the potential to begin a career with the UK’s Intelligence Services where you’ll be key to maintaining the integrity of one of our most crucial processes.

**About You**

You’ll need
- two GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English Language at grades A*-C/9-4,
- 12 months continuous experience in an office environment working in an administrative role.

You’ll also:

- Be keen to learn, as this role includes an initial training period where you’ll be brought up to speed on our research and analysis techniques.
- Be comfortable using your initiative and talking to a range of people.
- Have attention to detail, even when working to tight deadlines.
- Have great organisational skills.

We’re interested in what makes you, _you_. There’s no one ‘type’ of person that we’re after. Whether you choose to work full time or part time, you’ll feel part of a large, welcoming team where there’s plenty of support and training on offer. If you have a disability or long-term health condition, just let us know if you need any adjustments made during the recruitment process or if you have any questions about how we can support you once you’re in-role.

**Training and Development**

We’re committed to helping our people develop their skills and career by ensuring everyone gets the training and support they need to succeed.

You’ll also get opportunities to attend a wide range of personal development and job specific courses. Whether through courses run by our own academy, or through knowledge sharing, you’ll never stop learning.

**Rewards and Benefits**

You’ll receive a starting salary of £30,257 - £32,659 (depending on location) plus other benefits including:

- 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays
- Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme
- Personal Learning Budget
- Interest-free season ticket loan
- Excellent pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations)
- Paid parental and adoption leave.

**Equal Opportunities**

Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website:
**We’re Disability Confident**
- Two GCSEs in Maths and English Language at grade A*-C/ 9-4 (or equivalent).
- (If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know).

**What to Expect**

Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order:

- Eligibility questions - you’ll answer a number of questions based on the requirements for the role.
- Initial form - you’ll cre