Business Support Officer | Full Time | Transport Services | Preston

Lancashire County Council; Gregson Lane; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK local authority is seeking an enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to support their Transport Business Support Team. The role involves providing administrative support, processing data, and developing effective working relationships. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication and organizational skills, and proficiency in IT systems like Word and Excel, with a willingness to learn new software. This is a full-time position in Lancashire offering flexible working arrangements, generous leave, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Up to 32 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee Benefits platform

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience in administrative support roles is beneficial.
• Friendly, considerate, and patient demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Transport Business Support Team.
• Assist with processing, data entry, and use of IT systems.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

IT systems proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Education

Good standard of education

Job description

Overview

Lancashire County Council – Business Support Officer | Full Time | Transport Services | Preston

Location: Bamber Bridge, Lancashire South Ribble, Lancashire. Salary: £25,185-£25,989 per year. Status: Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week).

Job Description

Integrated Transport Services Lancashire County Council are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Administrative Assistant to support the Transport Business Support Team. You will work to the Transport Administration Manager as part of a county-wide team, supporting Service Delivery operations in our transport and fleet services teams. The role may involve hybrid working.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Transport Business Support Team and Service Delivery operations.
• Assist with processing, data entry and use of IT systems including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and new specialist software.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other service areas and colleagues.

Knowledge and Experience

We are looking for a suitably qualified person with a good standard of education and able to demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and people skills (friendly, considerate, patient, empathy). Experience with IT systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and willingness to learn new specialist software.

Communication

Excellent communicator with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a wider team.

Why join us

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance; up to 32 days annual leave plus 10 statutory/bank holidays. Pension scheme and Employee Benefits platform with discounts on a range of products and services, including salary sacrifice options for electronics, bicycles, white goods and cars.

Development

Support and development at each stage of your journey, with opportunities for career progression within the service or into other areas of the organisation. Regular engagement with your line manager and peer support from the wider team.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online. For an informal and confidential chat, contact Helen Brewster, Transport Administration Manager, on 01772 532319 or at [e-mail].

Closing Date: 3 October 2025

Interview date: 13 October 2025

Please ensure you have uploaded your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role; the panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this.

Lancashire County Council reserves the right to close a vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Lancashire County Council