Business Support Officer

Homes England; Longstanton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A national organisation with a social purpose is seeking a Business Support Officer to join their Southern Land Acquisitions Team. This role focuses on data management and administrative support, contributing to complex project delivery. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative, with a passion for data. Excellent benefits include flexible working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays

Flexible working options

Health screening and support

Professional development opportunities

Family-friendly benefits

Qualifications

• Passionate about data and its influence on decision-making.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support coordination of project forecasts and financial monitoring.
• Deliver high-quality administrative support to improve team effectiveness.

Skills

Data Analysis

Attention to Detail

Communication

Proactivity

Job description

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Bristol, South West England, BS1 6EH; Longstanton, East of England, CB24 3EN; London, London (region), E14 4PU

Job Summary

Are you passionate about data and excited about making a meaningful impact within a national organisation with a social purpose? Due to a recent promotion, we are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Business Support Officer to join our Southern Land Acquisitions Team.

The team, led by Assistant Director Paul Dawson, plays a key role in leveraging Homes England’s development expertise by unlocking some of the most complex and challenging projects. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of these projects and help shape the future of our organisation.

Job Description

The role involves the use, maintenance, and analysis of data, delivering key insights to the South Team and the wider Acquisitions Team. You will work with a range of stakeholders and partners across the South East and South West of England, with some office and site travel required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the team with the coordination of project forecasts and monitoring of financial headroom.
• Deliver high-quality administrative support, helping to streamline procedures and improve team effectiveness.
• Work closely with team members and other departments to ensure cohesive and integrated support across the organisation.

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about data and understands its potential to influence decision-making.
• Has excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy.
• Can interpret and communicate data-driven insights effectively.
• Is proactive and innovative, ready to develop our administrative functions.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment, supporting colleagues to achieve shared goals.

You should be adept at managing multiple tasks simultaneously, always seeking ways to improve and innovate. A keen interest in working with data or developing data skills is essential. You should enjoy finding creative solutions to support the team, be resilient, and comfortable managing stakeholders at a senior level. Working in an engaging, collaborative, and inclusive manner is important, as is the ability to work effectively with multiple data sources and support colleagues.

Benefits

Homes England offers excellent benefits, including:

• 33 days of annual leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays.
• Flexible working options, including part-time, job share, and compressed hours.
• Health screening, confidential support via Employee Assistance Programme, and access to Occupational Health.
• Professional development opportunities, including paid professional memberships.
• Family-friendly benefits such as maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave.

Application Process

To apply, please follow the links on our careers page. Successful candidates will undergo a security check, including a disclosure and barring service check, and a verification of identity through Experian.

Additional Information

Our organisation is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities under the Disability Confident Scheme. Details on nationality requirements and working for the Civil Service are provided in the original description.

For further details, contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail].