Senior Administrator

Suffolk County Council is different. We're a modern, flexible, and forward-thinking organisation that's constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our communities. As a Senior Administrator with us, you'll enjoy a dynamic work environment where your ideas are valued, your potential is nurtured, and your work makes a tangible difference. Ready to reimagine what your career could be?

Your role and responsibilities
As part of the team specialising in managing data and information about transport services, financial processes and promoting passenger transport, you will:
- communicate regularly with our customers and colleagues to answer their questions about home to school travel and the public transport network in Suffolk
- manage data to support our contract management processes such as data about school holidays
- make sure our suppliers are paid the correct amount on time, and support the team with routine financial processes
- support reporting on all aspects of our work using Excel, Oracle and our contract management system
- work in collaboration with team members to create engaging social media content about all aspects of our service., Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.

We are looking for a dynamic and creative individual who is committed to supporting the delivery of quality transport services in Suffolk. Our ideal candidate will have:
- a keen eye for detail and experience of using systems to accurately record information
- a friendly approach to communication to share complex information with colleagues, customers and suppliers
- an aptitude for working with figures, ideally with experience in a financial setting
- enthusiasm about the benefits of using passenger transport, particularly buses, and a willingness to share that enthusiasm via social media platforms., 1. Tell us about a situation where you had to explain a complex piece of information to someone who was unfamiliar with the subject. How did you ensure they understood?
2. Can you share an experience where your attention to detail prevented or solved a problem?
3. What experience do you have in creating engaging social media content? Provide an example of a piece of content you've created that successfully communicated important information.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you'll enjoy:

up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!