Business Support Officer

Pertemps; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a Business Support Officer in Warwick. This role involves providing administrative support, managing reception duties, and may include flexible working hours. Ideal candidates should possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This position offers a pay rate of £13.26ph and requires a commitment of 37 hours per week, primarily in a hybrid capacity.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to adapt working hours on Wednesdays.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of administrative support to the Business Support team.
• Deliver reception duties at Music Centres.
• Contribute to the smooth running of services through accurate record-keeping.

Skills

Strong administrative and organisational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Confident communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to handle front-of-house duties

Flexibility to adapt working hours

Willingness to work across different sites

Team collaboration

Job description

Are you looking for a new opportunity to develop a career in Local Government? We have an opening for an Administrator to join our client, a West Midlands based Local Authority.

Job Details

Job Title: Business Support Officer
Pay rate: £13.26ph
Duration: 3 months
Company: Warwickshire County Council
Hours: 37 hours – Monday to Friday, 9am–5.30pm (Until 6pm on Wednesday evenings)
Location: Warwick/Hybrid
Start Date: ASAP

Overview

On behalf of Warwickshire County Council, Pertemps Recruitment have an exciting opportunity for an Administrator to join their Business Support team. This is a high-profile post and would be an ideal opportunity for someone who has worked within Administration and is looking to further develop their experience within Local Authority.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of administrative support to the Business Support team.
• Work two days per week in the office at Shire Hall, Warwick (Monday and Wednesday).
• Deliver reception duties at one of Warwickshire’s Music Centres:
• Most likely at Central Warwickshire Music Centre, based at Kenilworth School and VI Form.
• Occasionally at the North Warwickshire Music Centre in Nuneaton (considered only if the candidate is local to the area).
• Attend the Music Centre on Wednesday evenings (4pm–6pm). On this day, hours may start later or include a break in the afternoon.
• Provide support at the warehouse at Hawkes Point when required.
• Contribute to the smooth running of services through accurate record-keeping, communication, and problem-solving.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle front-of-house/reception duties.
• Flexibility to adapt working hours on Wednesdays to accommodate evening Music Centre attendance.
• Willingness to work across different Warwickshire sites when required.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Previous experience within Local Government or public sector administration (desirable but not essential).

About Us

As a flexible employee of Pertemps Recruitment Partnership Ltd, you will be joining a company that holds the distinction of being one of the largest and most successful independent recruitment agencies in the country. Our pioneering spirit and ability to tap into the uniqueness of everyone's talents have enabled us to open doors for our employees, our clients, and our applicants too. Our philosophies and rewards are built very much on mutual trust and respect within the style of a partnership in which we hope you will feel both fulfilled and valued as a person.