Business Support Officer

Business Support Officer - Admin and Clerical Location: Downpatrick, Newry, Mourne and Down Pay: 14.52 per hour (PAYE) Job type: Temporary, Full-time (36 hours per week) Duration: 18 weeks Start date: 1 September 2026 Hatched Recruitment Group is currently recruiting a Business Support Officer on behalf of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, based at the Downshire Civic Centre, Downpatrick.This is a great opportunity for an experienced administrator to join a busy Corporate Services team, providing a comprehensive and flexible business support service across a range of council functions and departments. The RoleWorking Monday to Friday (36 hours per week, with entitlement to flexi and agile working after 12 weeks), you will:Provide administrative and secretarial support to Council Officers, acting as a point of contact for a service or departmentDeliver excellent customer service, including reception duties and liaison with other departments, external agencies, and members of the publicProcess and maintain data and document management systems, including filing, archiving, and record accuracy checksPrepare papers and reports, and manage correspondence in line with departmental proceduresProcess financial transactions, including recording payments, bank lodgements, invoicing, and budget monitoringOrganise meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on actionsAssist with departmental projects, events, and staff inductions as required What We''re Looking ..... full job details .....