Hybrid Admin & Service Support Assistant

Essex County Counci; Harlow; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex County Council in Harlow is recruiting for a Business Support Assistant on a fixed-term, 37-hour week. The role is hybrid, with a blend of remote and office-based work at Goodman House, and the contract runs until 31 March 2028.

You will perform word processing, data entry, call handling, and reception support, becoming a trusted contact across the organisation while upholding confidentiality and high standards.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including maths and English or equivalent.
• Ability to develop skills and knowledge in role.
• Experience with MS Office applications.
• Strong organisation and data entry accuracy.
• Experience handling sensitive information (GDPR).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality business support services to internal customers.
• Handle calls, manage inboxes and assist with reception duties.
• Update databases and maintain accurate records.
• Support events, workshops and agendas.
• Work across onsite and remote settings as required.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Teamwork

Adaptable

Education

GCSE including Maths & English

Tools

MS Office

Database systems

Job description

Essex County Council in Harlow is recruiting for a Business Support Assistant on a fixed-term, 37-hour week. The role is hybrid, with a blend of remote and office-based work at Goodman House, and the contract runs until 31 March 2028.

You will perform word processing, data entry, call handling, and reception support, becoming a trusted contact across the organisation while upholding confidentiality and high standards.