Civil Service administrative officer | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Civil Service administrative officers work in government departments, carrying out policies and running services for the public.

  • Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained.  
  • Prepare and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency.  
  • Set goals and deadlines for the department.  
  • Acquire, distribute and store supplies.  
  • Analyze internal processes and recommend and implement procedural or policy changes to improve
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Civil Service administrative officers typically work around 37 to 40 hours per week.

As a Civil Service administrative officer you will typically work between 8am and 6pm.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
  • Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and
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    * from ONETonline
    Average salary
    26,691 GBP *
    per year
    18,000 GBP
    24,500 GBP
    Starting
    5+ Experience
    * data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
    Average salary for Civil Service administrative officer

    • 27,659 GBP
    • 25,936 GBP
    Average salary for part-time Civil Service administrative officer
    Average salary for full-time Civil Service administrative officer

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    Salary over time for Civil Service administrative officer

    Salary for this role has increased over time
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    Future outlook for Civil Service administrative officers

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    Balanced outlook
    188 000+ jobs available
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    Balanced outlook
    2% yearly wage growth (on average)

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    Which qualifications do I need?

    Find out what you need to know in order to become a Civil Service administrative officer and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

    In terms of people already doing this job:

    • 34% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
    • 24% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
    • 13% of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma

    You could apply directly to join the Civil Service as an administrative officer. You'll usually need at least 5 GCSEs. You may need A levels, or equivalent qualifications, for some administrative jobs.

    You may also find it useful to have experience in related work like office administration or customer service.

    As part of the application process, you'll be tested on your ability to:

    • work well in a team
    • communicate with others
    • work with numbers

    Get the right qualification to begin your journey to becoming a Civil Service administrative officer

    Administrative Skills

    What soft skills do I need?

    Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Civil Service administrative officer.
    Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
    Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
    Time Management Managing one's own time and the time of others
    Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
    Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions

    What technical skills do I need?

    Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Civil Service administrative officer. Check that you know:
    1
    Accounting software Fund accounting software; Intuit QuickBooks
    2
    Data base user interface and query software Data entry software
    3
    Electronic mail software Email software; IBM Notes
    4
    Enterprise resource planning ERP software
    5
    Human resources software ADP Enterprise HRMS; ADP Workforce Now
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    Administrative Skills

    Things to highlight for your Civil Service administrative officer interview

    Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

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