Business Support Officer
Job description
Contact X3 Temporary until 31/05/26
Hours: Full Time 37hrs
Your workstyle will be a mobile hybrid worker in this role which gives you the flexibility to work from home and from a variety of Council workplaces.
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic individuals to join our team as a Business Support Officers.
As a Business Support Officer, you must have the ability to type, work as part of a Team, and have a flexible and committed approach to assist in providing clerical & administrative support. An ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, service users and members of the public is essential. You must also be prepared to undertake in-house or external training/qualifications in regards to the role.
Your daily routine will
1. Assist in the answering routine telephone and face to face enquiries.
2. Liaising with other members of staff and the public
3. Assist in the provision of routine clerical support including photocopying, scanning, e-mailing, complete routine forms and telephony duties.
4. Assist in the maintenance of manual and computerised records/management information systems and process information in accordance with defined procedures and standard.
5. Assist in the sorting and distribute of mail.
6. Undertake routine administration in support of the functions of the SSHH Department.
About you:
7. Applicants will need a reasonable standard of education to GCSE (or equivalent) grades C and above.
8. The successful applicant will be expected to work towards an NVQ Level 2 Qualification in Business Administration if you do not hold one already.
9. Access to suitable transport i.e. driving licence/car is essential. Being able to effectively travel to locations for an 8/8.30am start is essential in getting to the positions.
10. We can offer you an engaging welcome into the team with support and guidance from peers, colleagues and management when you commence in your new role, which will continue throughout your career within NPT Council.
11. You will be provided with regular supervision and access to an excellent training programme. There are opportunities for progression and development within all our teams. NPT Council invests in their staff, this is an opportunity to join a local authority who will support your development.
12. If you think that you have the necessary experience and qualifications for this role, we would love to hear from you.
About us:
We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues& efforts and achievements. We also believe that there&s life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.
Choose to work for us and you&ll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.
13. Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
14. Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution
15. Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years& service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
16. Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
17. Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
18. Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
19. Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.
If you would like to start a rewarding career with a company that values and invests in its employees and you have the necessary experience and qualifications, this could be your dream job and we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion,