Business Support Officer

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

Job summary

A leading public service organization is seeking a dynamic Business Support Officer to enhance community engagement and support the Police and Crime Commissioner. The role involves developing communications, managing campaigns, and conducting public engagement activities. This hybrid position offers flexible working and numerous benefits, including annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working

Up to 26 days of annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Professional development opportunities

Free parking

Onsite gym

Health and wellbeing support

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Passionate about amplifying the public voice.
• Strong written skills and innovative in strategies.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering communications across various platforms.
• Producing and managing campaigns, videos, and podcasts.
• Conducting public engagement activities.

Skills

Creativity

Written skills

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

The core role of the PCC’s office is to ensure 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, creative, with strong written skills, capable of identifying risks and opportunities, and innovative in community engagement strategies.

If successful, your responsibilities will include:

1. Developing and delivering communications across various platforms 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.

This role is hybrid, requiring a minimum of 3 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.
• Empowerment and accountability.

Serving the Public

• Collaborative service delivery.
• Public involvement in shaping services.

Integrity

• Value for money and transparency.
• Honesty and ethical conduct.

Inclusivity

• Fair and respectful treatment.
• Valuing diversity and giving voice to all communities.

We offer flexible working, up to 26 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), professional development opportunities, free parking, an onsite gym, health and wellbeing support, and access to Blue Light Card discounts.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity.

For more information about benefits and working with us, visit the West Mercia Police website.

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

Internal applicants requiring redeployment will be prioritized, subject to passing a selection process.

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