Business Support Officer (Mayor’s Office)
Business Support Officer (Business Transformation, Performance and Insight)
2 x Fulltime Permanent posts
The North East Combined Authority was formed on 7 May 2024. We are led by an Elected Mayor and Cabinet and cover the seven local authority areas of County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside and Sunderland.
Our purpose is to champion the full potential of our region. Collaborating with our partners and local authorities, we’ll create a better way of life by connecting communities, giving people the skills to succeed, and improving wellbeing for all, so that the North East is recognised as an outstanding place to live, work, visit and invest.
Are you organised, detail oriented, and driven by making a difference?
Join our dynamic team at the North East CA as a Business Support Officer, where you’ll play a key role in assisting with the administrative and project support across various departments including the Mayor’s Office.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide efficient administrative and business support to ensure smooth operations
2. Assist in co-ordinating meetings, preparing reports, and managing schedules
3. Support project teams with document management and tracking project progress.
Requirements:
1. Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
3. Proficiency in MS Office applications
If you’re passionate about supporting a positive impact on our region and eager to contribute to meaningful initiatives, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to making a positive impact in the North East. In return for your valuable contribution, you will have access to an excellent benefits package:
1. Generous leave entitlement, starting at 26 days, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
2. Flexible working practices including working from other locations and from home.
3. A generous employer contribution pension scheme.
4. A range of salary sacrifice schemes.
5. Commitment to staff development and continuous learning.
6. Progression and career enhancement opportunities.
If you have the skills and qualities to succeed in this role and are committed to delivering the combined authority’s vision and values, we look forward to hearing from you.
If you would like an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact:
Nicola McIntosh, Business Support and Premises Programme Manager, email nicola.McIntosh@northeast-ca.gov.uk
Closing date for applications: 12 Noon on Monday 11 November 2024.
For further information about the North East Combined Authority please see the authority’s website www.northeast-ca.gov.uk
This recruitment is being administered by Durham County Council on behalf of the North East Combined Authority.
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