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Business Support Officer
Location: 3 days onsite at the Civic Centre in Walsall Town Centre and 2 days remote.
Working hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Thursday 8.45am - 5.15pm with 1 hour unpaid break. Friday 8.45am - 4.45pm with 1 hour unpaid break.
Rate of Pay: £13.69 per hour
Duration: Temporary basis, 6 - 9 months with potential to extend.
Opus People Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Business Support Officer on behalf of our Client, Walsall Council on a temporary basis.
Purpose of the Role:
As a Business Support Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the Executive Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the heart of strategic decision-making, providing high-quality administrative and secretarial support that enables our senior leaders to focus on driving the organisation forward.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support across the organisation
Manage diaries and email correspondence efficiently
Handle and respond to enquiries via telephone and email with professionalism
Type letters and reports, take minutes, and manage invoicing tasks
Create and maintain electronic filing systems
Deputise for the Chief Executive's Personal Assistant when required
Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to a supportive team environment
Work in compliance with GDPR and Walsall Council's policies and procedures.
What We're Looking For:
A proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong interpersonal and customer care skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise tasks and remain calm under pressure
Demonstrable experience in a range of business support duties
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
An adaptive individual with flexibility to prioritise urgent workloads to meet a deadline while also good time management skills to complete on going daily tasks.
Qualifications and Experience:
Substantial experience in secretarial and administrative roles
NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration or equivalent
GCSEs (Grades 4-9) in Maths and English or equivalent
If you're ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to a team that values professionalism and collaboration, we'd love to hear from you
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