We are seeking a Support & Property Administrator to provide high-quality administrative support across property, facilities & health and safety activities.
Job Vacancy: Support and Property Administrator – Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh
Location: Strathearn Rd, Edinburgh, EH9
Hours: Full time, 35 hours a week, Mon- Fri
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Circa £26k (dependent on experience)
About Us
The Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh comprises of the Metropolitan Cathedral City of Edinburgh, the counties of Berwickshire, Fife (south of the River Eden), East Lothian, Midlothian, Peeblesshire, Selkirkshire, Roxburghshire, Stirlingshire (except the parishes of Baldernock and East Kilpatrick) and West Lothian.
Our charitable objectives are:
• The advancement of the Roman Catholic Religion.
• The advancement of education.
• The relief of poverty.
• The cure or alleviation of human sickness or disease.
All of the apostolic work of the Archdiocese is rooted in life with Jesus Christ in both prayer and sacrament.
The fulfilment of our charitable aims is undertaken by priests, religious and lay people engaged in a range of apostolic ministry most often aimed at serving those in greatest need.
We help provide:
• A network of 72 parishes across 10 local authority areas
• A network of 68 Catholic primary schools and 10 Catholic high schools
• Chaplains to 27 hospitals and three hospices
• Chaplains to three prisons and one young offender institution
• Chaplains to six universities
Purpose of the Role
To provide high-quality administrative support across property, facilities and health and safety activities within the Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh, while also contributing to the effective operation of the Curia and Gillis Centre. The role supports the management of the Archdiocesan property portfolio, insurance and compliance processes, and parish property matters, ensuring accurate records, effective communication and high standards of customer service across all areas of responsibility.
Main Responsibilities
General Administration and Support
• Provide reception, telephone and visitor support, ensuring a professional and welcoming service.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post, deliveries and general enquiries.
• Support the administration of meetings, events and hospitality arrangements.
• Assist with the day-to-day operation of the Curia and Gillis Centre.
• Provide administrative support and cover for members of the wider Support Team.
• Undertake additional duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role to support departmental objectives.
Property Administration
• Support the administration of the Archdiocesan property portfolio, ensuring records are maintained accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with the annual insurance renewal process, including gathering required information and responding to queries.
• Support parishes with property-related insurance claims and associated administration.
• Maintain accurate property records, databases and documentation, including property ownership registration records.
• Assist parishes with applications for property repair, maintenance and development projects, liaising with local authorities, contractors, utility providers and other stakeholders as required.
• Support VAT reclaim applications relating to property works.
• Assist parishes with grant applications.
• Provide administrative support in relation to utility contracts, queries and supplier communications.
Health and Safety Administration
• Support the administration of health and safety processes across the Archdiocese.
• Coordinate and monitor health and safety training requirements and compliance activities.
• Communicate guidance, policy updates and training requirements to parishes.
• Maintain accurate health and safety records and documentation
• Monitor the completion of Health & Safety risk assessments and associated actions.
• Liaise with external health and safety advisers, compliance providers and contractors as required.
• Support the coordination of routine inspections and compliance-related activities across the property portfolio.
Records, Compliance and Continuous Improvement
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical records, ensuring information is stored and managed appropriately.
• Utilise cloud-based document management and shared storage systems to maintain effective document control and accessibility.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of administrative processes, systems and procedures.
• Ensure all activities are undertaken in accordance with Archdiocesan policies and relevant regulatory requirements.
What We're Looking For
Essential
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Strong administrative experience within a busy office environment.
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Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
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Ability to prioritise workload effectively and manage competing demands.
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Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
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Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal.
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Proactive and flexible approach to work, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, contractors, parish representatives and external stakeholders.
Desirable
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Experience working with cloud-based document management and shared storage systems.
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Experience within a property, facilities management, charity, religious organisation or similar environment.
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Administrative experience supporting property, facilities, health and safety or compliance related functions.
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Experience supporting insurance administration and claims processes.
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Knowledge of grant application processes and funding requirements.
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Hospitality, events or visitor services experience.
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Understanding of health and safety compliance requirements and associated administrative processes.
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 24th November 2026
1st Interviews are expected to take place on Thursday 10th December with 2nd Interviews expected on Thursday 17th December.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our online portal to complete your application for this position.
No agencies please
