Administrator

Job Description

Aberdeenshire Council is recruiting for two permanent Administrator posts to support the handling of information requests and records management activities across the organisation.

One post will be based within Business Services ABS40851 and one within Environment and Infrastructure Services ABS40850.  Applicants will be considered for both posts as part of the recruitment process

The successful candidates will play a key role in supporting the Council's responsibilities under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act (FOISA), Environmental Information Regulations (EIRs), Subject Access Requests (SARs), and records management requirements.

The role involves providing efficient, effective and accurate administrative functions, working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, and providing advice and assistance to other Services within the Directorates.

Post Details:

2 permanent positions

36.25 hours per week

Location: Hybrid working arrangements are in place for both roles, with Woodhill House, Aberdeen, as the designated base location.

Service Areas: One post within Business Services and one post within Environment and Infrastructure Services.

We welcome applications from individuals who are organised, detail-oriented and interested in supporting transparency, information governance and effective records management across Aberdeenshire Council.

Expected interview date Monday 24 August 2026

Informal Enquiries to Anna Thomson (Environment and Infrastructure Services) – 01467 534729 or Sharon Van De Ruit (Business Services) – 01467 539719

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Requirements

About You

You will:

Have excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Be confident using Microsoft 365 applications.

Be able to manage competing priorities and work accurately to deadlines.

Demonstrate a commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services.

Support continuous improvement activities that benefit both the service and the wider Council.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.