Technical Officer in London

We’re looking for a motivated and highly organised Technical Officer to join our Capital Delivery Team within Property Services. In this pivotal role, you’ll help ensure the smooth running of our Capital Works programmes, supporting the Assistant Director and Head of Capital Works with performance data, financial monitoring, and service improvement.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the preparation, monitoring and reporting of project budgets.
• Managing and analysing performance and expenditure data, including developing Power BI dashboards.
• Assisting with monthly and annual financial performance reports.
• Maintaining essential financial records including salary recharges, agency costs and outsourced fees.
• Supporting KPI reporting, benchmarking, and project performance monitoring.
• Liaising with internal teams and external partners to ensure services are delivered effectively.
• Helping improve service procedures, IT usage and data management.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll bring strong data and financial analysis skills, high numeracy, and the ability to thrive in a busy technical environment. You’ll be confident using spreadsheets, databases and digital tools, and able to communicate clearly with a wide range of colleagues and partners. A flexible, self‑motivated and customer‑focused approach is essential, along with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Workstyle and Compliance

This is a desk‑based role requiring a minimum weekly office presence, with regular on‑site collaboration and team activities.

Why Join Us?

As part of Islington Council, you’ll be supported, included and encouraged to grow. We are proud to be recognised as:

• Disability Confident Leader
• The Mayor’s Good Work Standard
• London Living Wage Employer
• Stonewall Diversity Champion
• Employer with Heart

For further information or an informal conversation about the post, please contact: Darren Blyth, Acting Assistant Director Capital Delivery Team Mobile: 07977264937

About You

Working for the team, service and our organisation. Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future. We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.

Our offer to you

We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas, and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination.

We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.

We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone’s identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.

We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace.

Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Disability Confident Scheme

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.