Hybrid Admin & Business Support Assistant

Essex County Council; Harlow; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex County Council is recruiting for a Business Support Assistant on a fixed-term, full-time basis. This 37-hour per week role is based in Harlow and offers a salary of £25,959 per annum, with a contract until 31 March 2028. The closing date is 21/09/2026.

The role provides word processing, data entry, call handling and database updates, with a flexible Anywhere Worker arrangement, attending Goodman House up to five days per week as needed, and occasional travel to ECC offices.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level with Maths and English or equivalent.
• Ability to develop skills and knowledge in the role.
• Proficient with MS Office and data handling.
• Experience using computerised systems and filing methods.
• Ability to communicate clearly and handle sensitive information in line with GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, efficient Business Support to internal customers within SLAs.
• Respond to customer requests and queries professionally and promptly.
• Act as a professional representative of the Business Support service.
• Support on-site and reception duties, including handling enquiries and petty cash.
• Organise and maintain confidential records and assist with events and meetings.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Adaptable

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs including Maths and English

Tools

MS Office

Electronic/filing systems

Job description

Essex County Council is recruiting for a Business Support Assistant on a fixed-term, full-time basis. This 37-hour per week role is based in Harlow and offers a salary of £25,959 per annum, with a contract until 31 March 2028. The closing date is 21/09/2026.

The role provides word processing, data entry, call handling and database updates, with a flexible Anywhere Worker arrangement, attending Goodman House up to five days per week as needed, and occasional travel to ECC offices.