HR Systems Support Officer - ORK09679
| Posting date: | 29 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £30,251.00 to £30,871.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 September 2025 |
| Location: | Kirkwall, KW15 1NY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Orkney Islands Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORK09679 |
Summary
Advert
INFRASTRUCTURE AND ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Human Resources and Organisational Development
HR Systems Support Officer
17.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Hours Flexible
Permanent
£30,251 - £30,871 pro rata / £16.58 - £16.92 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)
Are you looking to take the next step in your HR career or seeking a new challenge in a dynamic and supportive team? Do you have strong systems processing skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for helping others? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
As our HR Systems Support Officer, you will work closely with the HR Adviser team to support the smooth operation of the Council’s staffing establishment systems. You’ll be responsible for administering establishment changes in the HR and Payroll system, assisting with recruitment processes, and providing support to the HR Operations team.
You’ll be part of a small, busy team in a fast-paced environment, where your ability to prioritise, communicate effectively, and maintain confidentiality will be key. Flexible and hybrid working options are available.
The minimum knowledge required for this role can be evidenced by either holding an SVQ3 or equivalent qualification at SCQF6/7 in a relevant subject, or having a minimum of 3 years’ experience in an administrative or HR support role.
Benefits include: 34 days annual leave (pro rata), increasing to 39 days over 5 years, local government pension scheme, maternity, paternity and sick pay, comprehensive induction and development support, employee assistance programme.
This post is subject to a Level 1 Disclosure check.
To discuss this post informally, please contact Ashleigh Gillespie, Senior HR Adviser – ashleigh.gillespie@orkney.gov.uk / 01856 873535 ext. 3320 or Thomas Richards, Senior HR Adviser – thomas.richards@orkney.gov.uk / 01856 873535 ext. 3306.
It is anticipated that interviews for this role will take place 30 September 2025.
Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 14 September 2025
Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.
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