SLA12999 - Secretary

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Secretary within Housing and Technical Services, supporting the Head of Housing Services. You will be required to provide a confidential and comprehensive administrative, secretarial and liaison service including undertaking specialist highly complex administration duties in support of the Head of Housing Services. Applicants should have excellent IT skills and be able to demonstrate sound communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to deal with matters in a discreet and confidential manner and should be competent at planning and organising. Duties will include:- To undertake a full range of word processing and administrative functions, including minute taking on behalf of the Head of Service. Responsible for the preparation of reports, papers and correspondence adhering to procedures, processes and timescales. Assist the Head of Service with time management replying to routine correspondence and filtering / redirecting calls and correspondence to appropriate personnel. To organise and manage Head of Service’s diary, make appointments, organise meetings. Manage and maintain filing systems, recording and organise supplies. Liaise with elected members, chief officials, internal and external customers, stakeholders and public bodies to ensure the effective provision of the service.

Requirements

Please Apply online All correspondence will be via your email address registered with myjobscotland. Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant South Lanarkshire Council 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 Council is committed to providing support to members of the Armed Forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview who meet the minimum requirements for the position. Please be aware if you are recommended for appointment, you will be required to attend a Health Check.

The Individual

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council you would also receive a wide range of benefits including: • Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme • Up to 33 days annual leave • 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)