Business Staff Officer

Leicestershire Police; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire Police invites applications for the role of Business Staff Officer. This permanent, full-time position involves supporting the Chief Officer Team in various administrative tasks, including diary management and correspondence. Ideal candidates will have a degree level education and relevant administrative experience. The role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Salary increments

Pension contributions

Flexible schemes

Cycle to work

Discounts with Bluelight Card

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Possession of an ECDL Advanced qualification.
• Experience in scheduling and managing meetings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain diaries and coordinate appointments for the Chief Officer Team.
• Manage email and correspondence for the Chief Officer Team.
• Conduct research and prepare reports and presentations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Education

Degree level education or equivalent

ECDL Advanced or equivalent

Job description

Become a key player in the Chief Officer’s Team.

East Midlands Special Operations Unit’s Corporate Services team has an exciting opportunity for you!

We are looking for a Business Staff Officer on a permanent, full-time basis, working at our offices in Nottinghamshire, near Annesley.

The East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU) is an engaging place to work, where no two days are the same. As one of the largest collaborative units of its kind in the country, EMSOU delivers specialist capabilities on behalf of the five police forces in the East Midlands.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintain diaries and coordinate appointments for the Chief Officer Team.
2. Manage email and correspondence for the Chief Officer Team, including responding on their behalf and handling queries.
3. Conduct research as required by the Chief Officer Team, extracting information from records and external sources, and prepare reports, briefings, and PowerPoint presentations.

The must haves

1. Educated to degree level or equivalent, or demonstrate the ability to work at this level.
2. Possess an ECDL Advanced or equivalent qualification.
3. Experience in scheduling strategic meetings, preparing minutes, and producing notes and action plans.

What’s in it for you?

At Leicestershire Police, we aim to create an environment that puts people first. We support your development and offer benefits such as salary increments, discounts with Bluelight Card, flexible schemes, pension contributions, cycle to work, and more.

What’s Next

Click "Apply" to submit your application, highlighting how you meet the essential and desirable criteria listed in the job description.

Application guidance is available here.

• Vacancy closes on Monday 23rd June 2025 at 23:55.

Who We Are

Leicestershire Police’s support staff play a vital role behind the scenes, contributing to the policing of Leicestershire. Learn more about us on our careers website and EMSOU website.

EMSOU’s commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equality

We celebrate differences, promote diversity of thought, and review our processes for fairness and transparency. We encourage applications from under-represented groups and support flexible working arrangements. EMSOU is Disability Confident Committed and values neurodiversity and disability inclusion. We are happy to discuss any adjustments needed during the recruitment process or role execution.