Job Description
Job Vacancy
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Midlothian Council’s Economic Development Service manages the Local Business Support element of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, this role is on a fixed term basis to 31/03/2026 due to programme funding.
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The role will support internal and external customers, manage end to end projects and grant applications therefore experience of customer service is essential to ensure effective and efficient communications with stakeholders.
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There is the possibility that the post will be extended but this is dependant on external funding.
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For an informal discussion please email the Service Manager, Annie Watt to arrange a call.
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A degree or equivalent is desirable and HND or equivalent experience is required, as is relevant knowledge of the public sector
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Experience of leading and managing to ensure that the service works effectively and efficiently to meet financial and performance targets and have a proven track record in being able to work collaboratively with others and taking personal responsibility; the ability to deal with conflict using tact, sensitivity and diplomacy; the ability to act on own initiative; the ability to act decisively across a range of business growth or employability skills and expertise.
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Knowledge of procurement legislation such as Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2012 and of Council Contracts Standing Orders is desirable. The post holder should also have a sound understanding of the essential documentation associated with the tendering and issue of contracts.
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A level of commercial acumen is essential and will be expected to demonstrate excellent negotiation skills.
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Contract or service experience essential.
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The jobholder must have:
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Excellent organisational skills.
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Written and verbal communication skills.
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Problem solving skills.
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Ability to deal with complaints and challenges as they arise in an effective manner.
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Interpersonal skills.
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Able to work independently using own initiative ensuring at all times good communications with manager.
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
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Ability to prioritise own workload and work to tight timescales.
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Flexible and innovative in approach and able to deal with often changing priorities with little notice.
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Accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work are critical.
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CLOSING DATE: Monday 2nd June 2025
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INTERVIEW DATE: Thursday 12th June 2025 & Friday 13th June 2025
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Job Advert
Position Title: Business Support Officer
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Directorate: Place
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Location: Fairfield House
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Contract Status: Fixed term until 31/03/2026
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Hours of Work: 36 hours per week
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Working Pattern: Flexible
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Weeks per year: 52
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Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.
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Based on you working 36 hours over 52 weeks per year the minimum actual salary for this position is £30,243.53 per annum.
Requirements
Compliance with the mandatory Cabinet Office PSN (Public Sector Network) Code of Connection requires the Council to meet a baseline personal security standard. This requires completion of a disclosure check for all employees who can access official information. The fee for this PSN Disclosure check will be met by you.
Additional Information
If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please call 0131 271 3063 to speak to a member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter.
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If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.