Business Support Officer

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dynamic Business Support Officer to join the office of the West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner. This hybrid role involves developing communications, managing campaigns, and engaging with the public to enhance policing efforts. The ideal candidate will be creative, skilled in communication, and passionate about community involvement.

Benefits

Up to 26 days annual leave

LGPS pension

Professional development

Free parking

Onsite gym

Health and wellbeing support

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Passionate about amplifying the public voice.
• Skilled in written communication.
• Capable of identifying risks and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering multi-platform communications.
• Producing and managing campaigns, videos, and podcasts.
• Conducting public engagement activities.

Skills

Creative

Written Communication

Risk Identification

Community Engagement

Job description

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 (PCC). Our vision is: "Working with partners and the public to deliver safer, stronger communities in West Mercia".

The PCC’s office ensures the voice of the public is reflected in policing. The PCC allocates funds to community projects, victim services, and crime prevention measures, ensuring the police have the necessary resources to serve the public effectively.

We need someone passionate about amplifying the public voice to improve policing, who is creative, skilled in written communication, capable of identifying risks and opportunities, and innovative in engaging communities.

If successful, your responsibilities will include:

1. Developing and delivering multi-platform communications to support the PCC and the estate.
2. Producing and managing campaigns, videos, and podcasts.
3. Providing advice and support to the PCC.
4. Conducting public engagement activities.
5. Working independently and helping shape strategic focus.

This role is hybrid, requiring a minimum of three days in the office.

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

Our Values

Professionalism

• High standards and continuous improvement.
• Empowered decision-making with accountability.

Serving the Public

• Collaborative work with police and partners.
• Public voice in service shaping.

Integrity

• Value for taxpayers.
• Honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct.

Inclusivity

• Fair treatment and respect.
• Championing diverse community voices.

We offer flexible working, up to 26 days annual leave, LGPS pension, professional development, free parking, onsite gym, health and wellbeing support, and Blue Light Card discounts. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to diversity.

For more information on benefits, visit the West Mercia Police website.

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

Internal redeployment opportunities are available for current employees, subject to selection.

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