Business and Administrative Manager

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Winchester is seeking a Business and Administrative Manager to lead their administration team. This role involves overseeing the distribution of early education funding and ensuring quality service delivery. Ideal candidates will possess strong IT, financial, and customer service skills in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a flexible and inclusive workplace with growth opportunities.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Flexi-time scheme

Interest-free travel loans

Discounts

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage complex operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Administration Support Officers.
• Manage monthly funding processes and eligibility verification.
• Oversee IT systems and ensure robust service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

IT skills

Financial management

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

CAPITA

Job description

Overview

Business and Administrative Manager

Job Reference: HCC622262
Salary Range: £40,643 - £45,077 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37 (part time hours may be considered)
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 3 October 2025
Interview Date: 13 October 2025

An exciting opportunity to join Hampshire County Council’s Services for Young Children team and help shape early years education across the county. This key position supports the delivery of over £160 million in government funding to early years providers, ensuring Hampshire meets its statutory duties for children aged 0–5.

The Role

We’re seeking a motivated and detail-focused Business and Administration Manager to lead our central administration team.

You’ll oversee the distribution of early education funding to around 1,200 providers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness amid expanding entitlements. The team also supports colleagues working in provider improvement, inclusion, and business development contributing to Hampshire’s high provider Ofsted ratings.

This role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex operations in a fast-paced environment.

What you’ll do

• Lead a team of Administration Support Officers who serve as the first point of contact for parents and providers.
• Manage monthly funding processes, verify eligibility, and coordinate headcount activities that determine payments.
• Oversee IT systems (primarily CAPITA), work closely with data teams, and ensure robust service delivery through effective planning and quality assurance.

What we’re looking for

• A confident leader with strong IT, financial, and customer service skills. You’ll be discreet with sensitive information, thrive under pressure, and consistently deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with strong organisational and communication skills.

Benefits

• Details of holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi-time scheme, family-friendly policies, and interest-free travel loans and discounts.
• A flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace with opportunities for growth and development.
• A workplace built on teamwork where you are empowered to be your best.

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As part of safer recruitment for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.