Business Management Performance Unit Support Officer

Overview

Would you like to join an organisation committed to making Scotland healthier and safer through upholding the highest food standards, where you can thrive in a fast paced and rewarding environment?

The Business Management and Performance Unit (BMPU) sits with the Corporate Support Branch of the Corporate Services Division. The Corporate Services Division within Food Standards Scotland (FSS) provides a range of services to deliver its statutory obligations and five-year strategy. These services include HR, Finance and Procurement, IT, Facilities Management, Private Office, Health and Safety and Administrative Support. The BMPU consists of the Business Planning and Performance Reporting and Information Governance functions.

Responsibilities

• Support production of key BMPU output reports.
• Support the BMPU in creating and maintaining governance documentation i.e. Risk Registers.
• Manage diary and the BMPU inbox proactively.
• Organise and prepare meetings and events, prioritising tasks and coordinating activity.
• Contribute as a team member to the ongoing development of the BMPU.
• Undertake general administrative duties and assist colleagues as required, including admin duties.

Success profile / Behaviours

• Managing a quality service – Level 1.
• Communicating and influencing – Level 1.
• Working together – Level 1.
• Delivering at pace – Level 1.

You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours, here: Success Profiles – Civil Service Behaviours (publishing.service.gov.uk)

How To Apply

Apply online, providing a CV and Supporting Statement (of no more than 750 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the behaviours listed in the Success Profile above.

In the event of a high number of applicants, we will conduct an initial sift based on the lead criteria of the behaviour Delivering at pace. Candidates who pass the initial sift will have their applications fully assessed against all remaining criteria outlined in the Success Profile.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used to support your application, but all statements and examples provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, and presented as your own) applications will be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

Please see our candidate guidance for more information on acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in recruitment.

If invited for further assessment, this will consist of an interview and in-tray exercise. Assessments are scheduled for w/c 1 December 2025 however this may be subject to change.

About Us

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has a wide and diverse remit which covers all aspects of the food chain which can impact on public health – aiming to protect consumers from food safety risks and promote healthy eating. Our mission is to be Scotland’s leading authority on food safety, standards and healthy eating; using data and evidence to provide assurance and advice that inspires consumer confidence and improves public health.

Our staff are part of the UK Civil Service, working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland.

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer.

As part of the UK Civil Service, we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules.

Working pattern

Our standard working hours are 35 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options depending on the needs of the post. This role is hybrid compatible. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for, please contact us.

Security checks

Successful candidates must complete the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), before they can be appointed. BPSS is comprised of four main pre-employment checks – Identity, Right to work, Employment History and a Criminal Record check (unspent convictions).

You can find out more about BPSS on the UK Government website, or read about the different levels of security checks in our Candidate Guide.

Equality statement

We are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.

Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.

Further information

Find out more about our organisation, what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website. Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes.

Apply before: 16 November 2025 (23:59)