Business Support Officer (Housing Adaptations & Grants)
Location: Berkshire
Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £14.59 per hour
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and organised Business Support Officer to join the Housing Adaptations & Grants Team on a 12-month fixed-term contract for a Local Authority in Berkshire. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of essential housing services that make a real difference to the community.
You will provide efficient administrative, technical, and customer-focused support to ensure the smooth running of the service.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to customer enquiries via email, telephone, and written correspondence
- Input and maintain accurate data on service databases
- Process customer applications, ensuring validation and completeness
- Generate reports and assist with Freedom of Information and statistical requests
- Manage shared mailboxes and allocate enquiries appropriately
- Support financial processes, including processing invoices and related documentation
- Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, and take meeting minutes when required
- Maintain electronic and physical records, including scanning, filing, and document management
- Liaise with internal departments and external agencies to support service delivery
- Assist with updating website content and maintaining accurate information
- Ensure compliance with Data Protection, confidentiality, and council policies
- Provide cover and support across the wider business support team when required
About You
We are looking for an individual who has:
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Experience working in a customer-facing or administrative role
- Good attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
- Ability to manage and prioritise workloads effectively
- Experience using IT systems, databases, and Microsoft Office
- An understanding of confidentiality and data protection principles
- A proactive and flexible approach to teamwork
Have the expertise and experience?
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