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The British High Commission Ottawa is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) promotes equality, values diversity, and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements where operational requirements permit, and the FCDO supports an agile workforce while maintaining high standards of public service.
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About the Opportunity
The British High Commission in Ottawa is recruiting a Finance and HR Administrative Officer to provide operational finance and human resources support across the Canada Network, which includes the British High Commission in Ottawa and Consulates General in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver.
Job Title: Finance and HR Administrative Officer
Employer: British High Commission Ottawa (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – FCDO)
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (12 Months)
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: CAD $5,185.54 per month (Non-negotiable)
Start Date: 19 October 2026
Application Deadline: 26 August 2026
This role is primarily focused on finance (75%), with additional HR responsibilities (25%). The successful candidate will oversee accounts payable processes, support accounts receivable activities, and provide operational cover for payroll, pensions, and employee benefits administration when required.
This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals who enjoy working in a collaborative international environment while supporting the operations of the UK Government in Canada.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Administration
The successful candidate will:
- Manage the Ottawa Accounts Payable mailbox.
- Serve as the main contact for supplier invoices and payment-related enquiries.
- Process and monitor payment requests from submission to completion.
- Maintain accurate financial records and payment tracking systems.
- Investigate and resolve invoice and payment issues.
- Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders across the Canada Network.
- Support accounts receivable activities, including reconciliations and deposits.
- Apply FCDO financial policies and procedures consistently.
- Identify opportunities to improve finance administration processes.
- Escalate complex finance issues where appropriate.
Human Resources Support
The Finance and HR Administrative Officer will also:
- Provide operational support for payroll administration.
- Assist with pension and employee benefits processes.
- Provide HR operational cover during periods of leave or peak workloads.
- Maintain knowledge of HR systems and administrative procedures to support business continuity.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should have:
- Experience processing invoices, accounts payable, or other financial transactions.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
- Experience communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to interpret and apply financial policies and procedures.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
- Professional proficiency in English.
Desirable Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with:
- Experience in payroll administration.
- Knowledge of pension administration.
- Experience managing employee benefits.
Required Competencies
Successful applicants should demonstrate:
- Delivering at Pace
- Managing a Quality Service
- Working Together
- Changing and Improving
Salary and Benefits
Successful candidates will receive:
- Monthly salary of CAD $5,185.54
- Hybrid working arrangement with approximately 60% office attendance and remote working where operationally appropriate.
- Opportunity to work within the UK Government’s international network.
- Professional development and cross-functional experience in finance and HR.
Please note that the salary is non-negotiable.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Have the legal right to live and work in Canada.
- Be available to commence employment on 19 October 2026 if successful.
Candidates who perform well but are not initially selected may be placed on a reserve list for up to 12 months for similar vacancies.
Why Join the British High Commission?
Joining the British High Commission offers the opportunity to:
- Build an international public sector career.
- Work within a respected diplomatic mission.
- Gain experience across finance and human resources.
- Contribute to high-quality public service delivery across Canada’s UK diplomatic network.
- Work in an inclusive and supportive workplace that values diversity and continuous improvement.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must complete the official online application form before the deadline.
Ensure that all sections are fully completed, including employment history, education, experience, and behaviour-based questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
To maintain an anonymous recruitment process, applicants should not include personally identifiable information within their application.
Application Deadline: 26 August 2026 (23:55 Local Time)
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