Clerical Assistant / WPO

Job Description

To provide a secretarial, clerical and word processing service for specific Sections within Growth, Planning and Climate, these sections being Building Standards, Community Protection, Development Management, Economy & Enterprise and Strategic Planning & Development. This post will particularly provide support to Community Protection, Economy & Enterprise and Strategic Planning & Development.

 

Responsibilities

Provide clerical support services to specific sections within Growth, Planning and Climate.

Provide a word processing and typing service to specific sections within Growth, Planning and Climate.

Organise incoming and outgoing mail for specific sections within Growth, Planning and Climate.

Provide a reception service for specific sections within Growth, Planning and Climate.

Maintain a comprehensive filing system for specific sections within Growth, Planning and Climate.

Provide cover for the other Clerical Assistants/WPOs within Growth, Planning and Climate.

Provide a secretarial support service to specific Sections within Growth, Planning and Climate.

 

The Individual

Previous experience in a busy office environment in a clerical/administrative role using relevant technology e.g. photocopier, E-mail, Intra/Internet

Experience using the Microsoft Office Package

4 SQA Standard Grades or equivalent at level 3 or above including English and Secretarial Studies (or equivalent)

Ability to use initiative when required

Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form

Strong customer care skills and focus

Self-confidence

Self motivated

Demonstrate ability in relation to accuracy and attention to detail

Effective organisational skills including time management

Ability to prioritise workload

Ability to relate well and communicate with all levels of staff

Willingness to accept direction/delegation

Understanding of importance of effective team working

Appreciation, acceptance of, and a commitment to the importance of confidentiality

Ability to work in an open plan office

Flexibility to meet the needs and demands of the service

Ability to work in different offices dependent upon service requirements

 

Closing Date: 24 April 2026

Starting Salary: £26,898.95

£14.27 per hour

36.25 hours per week

 

For further information contact: Bethan Mitchell, Administration Officer -

bethan.mitchell@moray.gov.uk