UHI North, West and Hebrides is one of ten academic partners and research centres that make up UHI. This unique partnership allows us to deliver further and higher education programmes at our 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye and the Outer Hebrides.
To support our work we are recruiting to the following role:
Procurement Admin Support
Reference no. NWH PRC 01
Salary range £25,875 - £27,431 per annum, plus Islands Allowance if based at Stornoway
Duration Fixed Term for 12 months
Working hours 35 hours per week, full-time
Location Thurso, Stornoway or Fort William
Closing Date 12pm, Thursday 18th September 2025
Position: We are seeking Procurement Admin Support to be based at our Thurso, Stornoway or Fort William campus.
Responsibilities: The post holders will be responsible for providing procurement and administrative support to the Estates & Campus Services teams. You will provide support to the planning and execution of the team\'s procurement exercises, contract management, liaise with contractors and monitor contract expenditure.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills: The suitable candidates will have experience of working in a professional office environment and dealing with people in a customer service/facing position. You will have good IT skills and the ability to manage your workload and meet deadlines. Knowledge of public procurement regulations and processes would be desirable.
A level of Gaelic ability would be advantageous to your application.
Benefits
* 45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
* Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)
* 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
* Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
* Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
* Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings and Cycle to Work Scheme
* £80 towards cost of glasses required for VDU work
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