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Summary
We are the public body that looks after England's historic environment. We champion historic places, helping people understand, value, and care for them.
Historic England has two exciting opportunities for a Business Officer role.
Positions: Two fixed-term roles, one for two years and another until 31 March 2026, based in York or Newcastle with hybrid working arrangements.
Our benefits include a competitive pension scheme with 28.97% employer contributions, 28 days holiday, corporate discounts, free entry to English Heritage sites nationwide, and development opportunities. For full details, see the link here.
Responsibilities
The Business Management Team supports local teams by managing grant-aid and advisory services, handling customer interactions, and assisting in delivering group and corporate targets. You will facilitate statutory advice, manage grants, assist with negotiations, and support the Local Leadership team with information requests and briefings.
Candidate Profile
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We value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people with disabilities or neurodiversity and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments. Having recently won the Gold Award from MIND, we prioritize a healthy work-life balance.
We support flexible working options, including job sharing, part-time, compressed hours, and hybrid working. For more info, visit our jobs page or contact us.
Why work for Historic England
We are committed to equality and diversity, believing it enhances our performance. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic candidates, and those with disabilities, as they are underrepresented at this level.
We want all candidates to succeed in our recruitment process. Please inform us of any support needed to showcase your best self by emailing recruitmentTeam@Historicengland.org.uk.
We use Applied, a behavioral science-backed recruitment platform that reduces bias and promotes diversity. We do not rely on CVs for most roles; instead, you will answer questions to demonstrate your skills and suitability.
Use of AI or automated tools in the recruitment process is not permitted to ensure fairness.
See the full Job Description here: Job Description PDF
Provisional interview date: Monday 2nd June 2025
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