The role
This is a pivotal moment for Warrington Borough Council. We are creating a new Transformation and Improvement Team to drive fundamental change across the organisation. The Business Support Officer plays a vital role in enabling this work, providing high quality administrative and business support to a fast paced, high profile service at the heart of the organisation.
You will support the day to day operation of the team, helping to coordinate meetings, manage information, prepare reports and ensure accurate records and financial processes are maintained. Often acting as the first point of contact, you will help present a professional, responsive and well organised service to colleagues, partners and stakeholders.
Working closely with transformation leads and managers, you will contribute directly to the smooth running of programmes that are reshaping how the council works. This is a role that requires strong organisation, attention to detail and the confidence to work across a wide range of activities and relationships.
If you are a proactive and reliable professional who takes pride in high quality support work and wants to be part of meaningful organisational change, this role offers the chance to make a real contribution at a defining moment for Warrington.
Benefits
As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:
1. 26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)
2. Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package
3. Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme
4. Flexible working
Informal conversation
If you’d like to have an informal chat about the role, please Executive Director for Transformation and Improvement, Claire Hogan, via Rachel Brownbill.
How to apply
To apply for this role, please download and complete the application form. Completed applications should be returned by to the WBC Recruitment Team.
Key dates and further information
The closing date for applications is 15 May 2026
Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Sponsorship is not available for this role; therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment.