Business Support Officer

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known Public Sector Organisation in Belfast seeks a Business Support Officer to provide administrative support to the Chief Executive. This role requires at least 2 years' experience in administration and a minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Mathematics. The position offers £14.88 per hour, a hybrid working policy, and an excellent working environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Excellent working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an administrative role.
• Proven experience facilitating meetings and minute taking.
• Ability to manage records and respond to enquiries professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Chief Executive.
• Draft and produce reports and communications.
• Act as liaison between senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Administrative support

Diary management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Minute taking

Education

5 GCSEs at grade A-C including English and Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

VANRATH are delighted to be assisting our client, a well-known Public Sector Organisation with the recruitment of a Business Support Officer to join their team based in Belfast.

What’s in it for you?

• £14.88 per hour
• Hybrid working policy
• Excellent working environment

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Chief Executive, including diary management, correspondence, and preparation of documents.
• Draft and produce reports, papers, and communications to a high standard.
• Act as the main liaison between senior leadership and internal/external stakeholders.
• Arrange and support meetings, including preparation of papers, minute taking, and follow-up on actions.
• Organise staff events and planning days, ensuring effective delivery.
• Manage expenditure related to meetings and events in line with policies and procedures.
• Maintain filing and record systems, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.
• Respond to enquiries professionally, exercising sound judgement when handling queries.
• Promote professionalism, accountability, and positive working relationships across the organisation.

Essential Criteria

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade A-C (or equivalent), including English Language and Mathematics.
• At least 2 years' experience in an administrative role, providing direct support to senior management.
• Experience of facilitating meetings, including preparation and circulation of papers.
• Proven experience in minute taking and tracking follow-up actions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in drafting and reviewing communications and reports to a high standard on behalf of others.

How to apply

For further information on this job, or any other Business Support job in Belfast or Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Conor Birch for a confidential chat today.