Overview
Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. We aim to employ and retain talented and dedicated people who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising) to put customers first.
Located in the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a district with thriving market towns and attractive villages. We are an innovative local authority focused on residents in decision-making.
About the role
The Business Support Assistant provides essential administrative, clerical and financial support to the Operations Service, ensuring the smooth running of processes and effective support for internal and external customers. The post holder will assist Service Managers, Team Leaders and the Business Support Team in maintaining high standards of service and compliance with financial and customer procedures.
Key responsibilities include:
* handling enquiries
* producing reports
* managing financial processes
* maintaining data accuracy
* supporting the performance and development of the wider team
This is a customer-centric role integral to delivering efficient, responsive and value-for-money services to residents and stakeholders.
About you
The successful candidate will be highly organised, motivated and able to work with minimum supervision within a fast-paced office environment.
Key qualities include:
* excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)
* strong IT and administrative abilities
* accuracy in handling data
* a supportive approach to both team and customer service
Experience in financial administration, customer service and office systems is essential, along with a commitment to confidentiality, equality and continuous improvement. High personal standards, attention to detail and a readiness to learn new systems and adapt to change will help you thrive in this role.
Additional information
* An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
* Working arrangements may include remote/hybrid options with flexitime to support work-life balance; candidates should be within commutable distance of our offices in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, or able to attend meetings as required if farther away.
* Applications: Please complete an application form. The closing date is 9am on 26 September 2025, with interviews the week of 6 October 2025. This is a rolling campaign and applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis; the advert may close early if suitable applications are received.
How to apply: If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply by completing an application form.
Working for the council
We value diversity of thought and seek candidates from a range of backgrounds to support innovation. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment with equality of opportunity. We offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a healthy work-life balance while ensuring teams benefit from in-person interaction.
#J-18808-Ljbffr