Overview
Flexible working: we support full-time, part-time, compressed, flexible hours and job sharing, subject to business need. Remote or homeworking is not possible for this role.
MI5's mission is to keep the country and its people safe. Admin Officer roles offer varied responsibilities and development opportunities. You may be allocated to a department based on business need at the time of appointment, and the first postings can include: finance, recruitment, the post room, the pass office, investigative information management hub, estates services. Regardless of placement, you'll manage email inboxes, organise meetings, manage information and records, book travel, look after visitors and provide essential support to our business.
Development and Community
We\u2019re committed to staff development. As an Admin Officer, you\u2019ll attend a short induction course on joining and have opportunities to attend a wide range of personal development and job-specific courses throughout your career. Our admin Officers have a peer support group to share ideas, organise events and build connections.
Application Process
1. Eligibility questions – answer questions based on requirements for the role.
2. Initial form – create a personal account and complete equal opportunities monitoring questions (with a "prefer not to say" option).
3. Application form – provide relevant experience, motivation and situational judgement questions; no prior knowledge required. Provide all information requested to process the application. Successful applicants will be invited to the next stage (online interview).
4. Online interview – conducted online via video conferencing. You won’t need to visit premises. Passing each stage is required to progress. Applications may take around 6–9 months including vetting; continue your current employment until you have a final offer.
Candidate Qualities
We’re after initiative, strong organisational skills and the ability to draw on information from multiple sources. You should be comfortable talking to a range of people and paying attention to detail. If you’re keen to learn new skills, you’ll have the makings of an excellent Admin Officer. We welcome applicants who feel they don’t meet every listed skill.
Qualifications
1. Two GCSEs in maths and English Language at grade A–C (or 9–4), or relevant office/admin experience.
Salary and Benefits
Starting salary: £27,780 or £30,719 (depending on location), plus benefits including:
* 25 days annual leave rising to 30 after 5 years, plus 10.5 days public/privilege holidays
* opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme
* dedicated development budget
* flexible working opportunities, subject to business needs
* interest-free season ticket loan
* excellent pension scheme
* cycle to work scheme
* gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations)
* paid parental and adoption leave
Equal Opportunities
MI5 values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Our diversity and inclusion statement reflects our commitment to a diverse workforce. For more, see Diversity | MI5 - The Security Service.
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