Remote & Onsite Admin Support Assistant

Working for Essex; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex County Council is advertising a fixed-term Business Support Assistant role based in Basildon. The position is full-time (37 hours per week) for up to 6 months, with a flexible blend of remote and office working as an Anywhere Worker.

Visa sponsorship is not available and applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The role involves word processing, data entry, database updates, reception support, and providing high-quality administrative assistance to keep vital county services

Qualifications

• Educated to RQF Level 2 (GCSE) including maths and English or an equivalent vocational qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Experience with MS Office applications and computerised systems.
• Ability to manage filing systems and handle data accurately.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Word processing, data entry, updating databases, call handling and responding to queries.
• Managing shared inboxes and acting as a trusted point of contact.
• Support on reception duties, petty cash handling and event support.
• Maintain confidential records and support the team with admin tasks.

Skills

MS Office

Data entry

Communication

Education

GCSE maths & English

Tools

Computerised systems

Job description

Essex County Council is advertising a fixed-term Business Support Assistant role based in Basildon. The position is full-time (37 hours per week) for up to 6 months, with a flexible blend of remote and office working as an Anywhere Worker.

Visa sponsorship is not available and applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The role involves word processing, data entry, database updates, reception support, and providing high-quality administrative assistance to keep vital county services