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Business Support Administrator - Electoral Management Board for Scotland

Published by Electoral Management Board for Scotland
Ref: 492732 Published date: 15/10/2026 Closing date: 13/11/2026
Location:

The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh

Salary:
£32,617.00 - £35,259.00, pro rata
Contract type:
Permanent
Position type:
Part Time
Hours:
17.3 hours
Categories:

The Electoral Management Board for Scotland (EMB) is looking for an organised, proactive and reliable Business Support Administrator to join our team.

The EMB coordinates the administration of Scottish Parliamentary and Local Government elections, supporting Returning Officers, Electoral Registration Officers, local authorities and others to promote high standards and best practice in electoral administration.

You will provide a wide range of business support to the EMB, its Convener and senior colleagues. Your responsibilities will include financial administration, processing invoices and expenses, organising travel, preparing documents and presentations, responding to enquiries, supporting consultations and helping maintain the EMB website. You will also handle sensitive information appropriately and contribute to the effective day-to-day operation of the organisation.

We are looking for someone with experience of working in an office environment, good IT and organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities and provide clear, helpful responses to a range of stakeholders. Experience or understanding of electoral administration would be an advantage.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting the work of an organisation at the heart of Scotland's democratic process.

Full Job Description can be downloaded from:  Vacancies – Electoral Management Board for Scotland

To apply, please submit a CV, with covering letter to chris.highcock@parliament.scot

Closing date: 13 November 2026


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Location

The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh


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Electoral Management Board for Scotland

About the Organisation

The Electoral Management Board for Scotland (EMB) has a key role in delivering electoral events in Scotland. It is responsible for the coordination of elections in Scotland, supporting Returning Officers, Electoral Registration Officers and their staff. The Board promotes best practice and provides a range of support. The focus is maintaining the interest of the voter, ensuring that elections produce results in which there can be full confidence.
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