Overview
Part Time Business Support Administrator – Fixed Term, Part Time
Salary: £25,081 to £27,812 per annum (full-time equivalent). Location: Chelmsford. Working Style: Anywhere worker. Closing Date: Sunday 19 October 2025 at 11.59pm.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable individual to join our Corporate Core Business Support Team based in Chelmsford on a fixed-term basis. This role supports the Trading Standards Team by delivering high-quality administrative support to colleagues, partners, and the public. If you are looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact, supported by a friendly and collaborative team, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
Responsibilities
* Providing efficient and effective administrative support across a variety of business activities.
* Managing your own workload and resolving queries independently, using initiative and judgement.
* Working on your own initiative, proactively resolving problems, and exploring ways to provide services more effectively.
* Leading on simple process reviews and contributing to more complex projects.
* Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of systems, processes, and standards.
* General administrative support, responding to ad-hoc requests, and ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
* Delivering administrative support for the Food Registration process, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and promptly.
* Collaborating closely with Trading Standards Officers, maintaining clear communication and supporting their operational needs.
* Specific individual and shared targets and objectives defined annually within the performance management framework.
Role and Requirements
About You
* Educated to RQF Level 2 (GCSE), including Maths and English, or an equivalent vocational qualification or demonstrable experience.
* Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to learning through theory and practice.
* Clear verbal, electronic, and written communication skills.
* Customer service skills, including de-escalation and resilience in challenging environments, face-to-face and remote.
* Computer literacy with advanced knowledge of relevant software and systems; ability to explore new technology.
* Basic continuous improvement methodology and a curious mindset.
* Thorough knowledge of document management processes and information security legislation.
* Ability to maintain a high degree of quality and accuracy in all work.
* Good time management and the ability to prioritise work for self and others.
* Ability to communicate in a manner easily understood and tailored to the audience.
What will you be doing?
* Providing efficient and effective administrative support across a variety of business activities.
* Managing your own workload and resolving queries independently, using initiative and judgement.
* Working on your own initiative, proactively resolving problems, and exploring new ways to provide services more effectively.
* Leading on simple process reviews and contributing to more complex projects.
* Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of systems, processes, and standards.
* General administrative support, responding to ad-hoc requests and ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
* Delivering administrative support for the Food Registration process, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
* Collaborating closely with Trading Standards Officers, maintaining clear communication and supporting their operational needs.
* Specific individual and shared targets and objectives defined annually within the performance management framework.
Benefits
* Healthy work-life balance.
* Wide range of learning and development opportunities.
* IT equipment and home-working equipment supplied.
* 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy extra.
* Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Access to discounts and benefits through Essex Rewards.
* Access to health and wellbeing support platform with LifeWorks.
* Up to 4 days per year volunteering leave.
Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The DBS update service information is provided and referenced where applicable. For more details on DBS, see gov.uk.
How to apply
Start your journey within Business Support by clicking the APPLY button now. For more information, email Resourcing.Team@essex.gov.uk.
Essex County Council is committed to equal opportunities and may use reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
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