Business Support Officer

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a dynamic Business Support Officer to enhance community engagement and support the West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner. This hybrid role involves developing communications, executing campaigns, and ensuring the public's voice is reflected in policing efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong creative skills and a passion for public service.

Benefits

Up to 26 days of annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Professional development

Free parking

Onsite gym

Health and wellbeing support

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Passionate about amplifying the public voice.
• Ability to identify risks and opportunities.
• Experience in community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver communications across platforms.
• Produce and execute campaigns.
• Create videos and podcasts.
• Provide advice and support to the PCC.
• Carry out public engagements.

Skills

Creativity

Strong written skills

Risk identification

Innovative ideas

Job description

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Job Title: Business Support Officer

We are seeking a creative and dynamic Business Support Officer to join the office of the West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner. Our vision is: "Working with partners and the public to deliver safer, stronger communities in West Mercia".

The core role of the PCC’s office is to ensure the voice of the public is reflected in policing. The PCC allocates funding to community projects, victim services, and crime prevention measures, ensuring the police force has the resources needed to serve the public effectively.

We need someone passionate about amplifying the public voice to improve policing. The ideal candidate will be creative, possess strong written skills, be able to identify risks and opportunities, and have innovative ideas to enhance community engagement.

If successful, you will be responsible for:

1. Developing and delivering communications across various platforms to support the PCC and estate;
2. Producing and executing campaigns;
3. Creating videos and podcasts;
4. Providing advice and support to the PCC;
5. Carrying out public engagements.

You will also be encouraged to work independently and help shape the focus of your role.

Role Details:

• The Business Support Officer position is hybrid, requiring a minimum of 3 days in the office.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday, 30th May 2025.

Our Values

Professionalism

• Setting high standards and embracing continuous learning;
• Making empowered, innovative, and evidenced decisions with accountability.

Serving the Public

• Collaborating with police and partners to deliver excellent services;
• Prioritizing the public's interests and ensuring their voice influences services.

Integrity

• Achieving value for taxpayers;
• Maintaining honesty, transparency, and challenging unethical behaviour.

Inclusivity

• Treating everyone fairly and respectfully;
• Valuing diversity and championing unrepresented communities.

We are a supportive and inclusive employer offering flexible working, up to 26 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), professional development, free parking, an onsite gym, health and wellbeing support, and access to Blue Light Card discounts.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage diversity.

For more information about benefits and working with us, please visit the West Mercia Police website.

If you need support with your application or have questions, contact the recruitment team at 01905 718444 (press option 1 then 5).

Internal applicants requiring redeployment will be prioritized, subject to passing the selection process.

*Photo ID is required at interview. Please visit Citizencard.com if you do not have a valid photo driving licence or passport (expired documents accepted).