Salford City Council
Business Support Officer
Business Support Officer at Salford City Council, based in Salford, North West, paying £33,673 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £33,673 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Salford, North West
- Closing date
- Sector
- Receptionist
About 26% above the going rate for receptionist
Reference e71af4443cb3d57b999bf3f740a3b6e18ac223f6
About the role
Monday-Friday 8am-4pm (may be some flexibility with times)
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Business Support Officer within the team at Citywide Services. The role will involve providing effective and efficient administrative support service to the Citywide Area team and also internal and external customers.
Previous administration experience is essential. The ideal candidate will be friendly, organised, have excellent communication skills to answer phones, and provide administrative support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Answering incoming calls dealing with customers and employees
- Provide typing, photocopying support, filing as well as any other ad-hoc administrative duties.
- Recruitment
- Using Job train system to advertise / shortlist / arrange interviews
- Inputting information into various systems including Cypad, SAP
- Letter writing
Requirements:
- Previous experience in an administrative or receptionist role
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications
Desirable Qualities:
- Ability to prioritise and multitask effectively
- Commitment to providing outstanding customer service
- Previous administration experience in a similar work environment
We can offer you:
Competitive rates of pay.
Save for your future by becoming a member of the Greater Manchester Pension Scheme (LGPS Employee contributory pension with employer contribution).
Vivup Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7.
Cycle to Work Scheme, to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
Reduced Gym membership scheme.
Health and wellbeing package.
If you would like this information in a different format, please contact the Citywide Admin Team on: [email removed]. For any queries, please contact Beth Power, Business Support Officer, Citywide Services [phone removed].
What we need from you if you are invited to interview:
- Passport/ID - You will be required to provide original documentation confirming your right to work in the UK. Successful candidates will also be required to provide proof of address.
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Please note this job can close at any time if we fulfil the role
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↗ Updated Job DescriptionReference: e71af4443cb3d57b999bf3f740a3b6e18ac223f6 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 13 Nov 2026 · Listed via Salford City Council
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