Business Administrator

Calanais, United Kingdom | Posted on 08/07/2026

Behind every exceptional visitor experience is a team of people ensuring everything runs seamlessly - and we're looking for an organised, proactive and highly dependable Business Administrator to become a vital part of that team.

business ADMINISTRATOR, The Calanais VISITOR CENTRE
30 hours Per week, permanent contract

ROLE OVERVIEW

About the Calanais Visitor Centre

At the Calanais Visitor Centre, we are committed to preserving, researching, and sharing the rich archaeological heritage of the Calanais Standing Stones. Our vision is to create an outstanding visitor experience while maintaining a deep connection between the site, the community,and the wider world. As we embark on a transformative redevelopment, we are looking for a Business Administrator to support the team to meet the Centre’sambitious aims.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity,operates within a culture of respect, and creates a welcoming environment forall employees.

Role Purpose

The Calanais Visitor Centre has reopened following an ambitious £10.1 million redevelopment and is now operating as a world-class, 5-star visitor attraction and thriving community hub.

The Business Administrator plays a key role in supporting the smooth and efficient running of the Calanais Visitor Centre and Urras nan Tursachan.

Working closely with the General Manager, the postholder will provide business,financial and administrative support across the organisation, while acting as secretary to the Board of Trustees and ensuring effective governance and administration

This is a part-time role working 30 hours per week,preferably 6 hours per day Monday-Friday. There is a degree of flexibility inworking patterns for the right candidate. The role requires attendance at Board meetings held on the second Tuesday of each month, so evening working on tho sedates will be expected.

Reports to: General Manager

Direct Reports: N/A

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys bringing order,organisation and efficiency to a busy workplace.

This is a role for someone who takes pride in being theperson others can rely on. You'll enjoy juggling a variety of responsibilities,from finance administration and Board support to bookings, governance and helping colleagues across the Visitor Centre. You'll understand that great administration isn't just about paperwork – it's about enabling people,supporting great decision-making and helping an organisation thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of abrand-new chapter for the Calanais Visitor Centre following its £10.1 million redevelopment. As our Business Administrator, you'll play an important role behind the scenes, ensuring that our systems, finances and governance operate smoothly while supporting a team dedicated to delivering a world-class visitor experience.

This role would suit someone who:

• Enjoys working in a varied role where no two days are the same.
• Takes pride in being organised, accurate and highly dependable.
• Is confident managing multiple priorities while remaining calm under pressure.
• Hasa keen eye for detail and enjoys producing work of a consistently high standard.
• Is comfortable working with financial information, administration systems and digital technology.
• Enjoys building positive working relationships with colleagues, Trustees,suppliers and external partners.
• Values confidentiality, professionalism and integrity.
• Wantsto be part of a supportive team where collaboration, kindness and mutual respect are at the heart of everything we do.

Whether you're an experienced Business Administrator,Office Manager, Executive Assistant or Finance Administrator looking for a new challenge, or someone with a broad range of administrative and organisational skills who enjoys supporting people and making a difference, we'd love to hearfrom you.

Above all, we're looking for someone who shares our commitment to excellence, takes ownership of their work and enjoys helping others succeed. You'll become a trusted member of our team, contributing to thesmooth running of one of Scotland's most exciting new visitor attractions.

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