Job Description

• Job Type: Temporary, Full-time
• Location: Featherstone, West Yorkshire, WF76EP
• Duration: 5 weeks
• Pay: £13.69 per hour PAYE
• This role is Office Based.

Wakefield Council are seeking a reliable and organised Business Support Officer to provide temporary cover within our team. This role is crucial for supporting day-to-day operations and ensuring the smooth running of administrative tasks during our recruitment period.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage incoming enquiries via phone and email, directing queries to the appropriate team members.
• Provide general administrative support including filing, data entry, photocopying, and document preparation.
• Maintain and update databases, records, and tracking systems.
• Support the team with coordination of workloads, task follow-ups, and basic reporting.
• Assist with purchasing, raising orders, and processing invoices (where applicable).

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Previous administrative experience in a busy environment is preferred.

If you are interested in this role, please apply using your latest CV!