Business Support Officer

Civic Recruitment Limited; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a Business Support Officer for a 2‑month contract with a local authority in North Yorkshire. You will provide a wide range of administrative, financial and operational support to property services, interacting with operations teams, customers and suppliers to ensure smooth processes.

The role requires data management, invoicing, PO checks, minute taking and FOI/Subject Access requests, with on-site duties including Fire Warden responsibilities and flexible

Qualifications

• Experience delivering business support and data management in a busy setting.
• Proficient IT skills and ability to use common packages (Word, Excel).
• Ability to manage workload with accuracy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and data management for property services.
• Process and monitor financial information, including invoices, payments, and PO checks.
• Organise meetings and take accurate minutes for high-level meetings.
• Develop and maintain systems to meet operational needs and keep records.
• Advise customers, partners and colleagues on processes and protocols.
• Support information requests (FOI and Subject Access Requests).
• Act as Fire Warden and manage premises opening/closing; conduct risk assessments.

Skills

Data management

Data input

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Note taking

Public information

Education

Level 3 Business Administration

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Northallerton, United Kingdom | Posted on 14/10/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector‑specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre‑screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well‑positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

2 Months Contract with a local authority

Summary

• We are seeking a Business Support Officer to provide a wide range of administrative, financial, and operational support to property services. You will interact with operational teams, customers, and suppliers to ensure the smooth delivery of business processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support and data management for property services.
• Process and monitor financial information, including raising invoices, chasing payments, reconciling accounts, and checking purchase orders.
• Organise meetings and events, including booking venues, issuing papers, and taking accurate minutes at high‑level meetings.
• Create, develop, and maintain systems and processes to meet operational needs and maintain accurate records.
• Provide advice and guidance to customers, business partners, and colleagues on processes and protocols.
• Support the gathering of information for Freedom of Information (FOI) and Subject Access Requests.
• Act as Fire Warden, undertake risk assessments, and manage premises opening/closing as required.

Experience

• Experience of providing business support, data input, and data management in a busy environment.
• Significant experience using IT and common business support packages (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Experience managing and prioritising your own workload while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Experience of note and minute taking, and providing information to the public using strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Business Administration or equivalent (or willingness to work towards).
• Good literacy and numeracy skills to Level 2 or equivalent.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 40 hours per week (Ability to work flexibly, including outside normal hours/weekends if required).
• This is an Onsite role based in North Yorkshire.