Senior Business Support Assistant; Administration and Finance

Senior Business Support Assistant (Administration and Finance)

Place & Economy Department - Planning & Building Control

• Senior Business Support Assistant (Administration and Finance)

There is currently one permanent, full-time post.

As females are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome.

And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.

As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post
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Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

You will be responsible to the Business Coordinator through the Business Support Officer for assisting in the provision of an effective and customer focused business support service to Building Control.

You will be responsible for the allocation of the daily workload and the effective supervision of business support staff assigned to the section.

You will assist in the management of the section in accordance with the principles of performance management and the council’s corporate strategic objectives so as to ensure that the required standards of service quality are achieved and maintained.

You will be responsible for the administration and co-ordination of duties in relation to Human Resources and financial controls in accordance with the financial regulations.

You will be responsible to the Business Support Officer for the provision and supervision of an efficient and effective front line service to the public.

You will be responsible for the administration of service records in accordance with council procedures including FOI and Corporate Complaints.

The Place and Economy Department drives the future growth, regeneration, and economic development of Belfast and aligns with the Belfast Agenda and Corporate Plan. Key areas of responsibility include:

• City Centre Regeneration & Investment – Delivering policies, plans, and projects that shape the future of Belfast.
• Economic Development – Supporting high-growth sectors, small businesses, skills development, and employability.
• Planning & Building Control – Overseeing development management, enforcement, and the Local Development Plan (LDP).
• International Relations & Tourism – Promoting Belfast as a key global destination for investment and culture.
• Major Events & Venues – Managing strategic assets including Waterfront and Ulster Hall, Belfast Zoo, Belfast Castle, and Malone House and supporting the development of culture, heritage and the arts.

This department plays a vital role in:

• Aligning regional and city-wide development strategies.
• Driving inclusive growth through business support and inward investment.
• Enhancing the city's infrastructure, housing, and transport networks.
• Showcasing Belfast as a hub for tourism, heritage, and the arts.
• Overseeing strategic grant programmes to support community and economic initiatives.

The department plays a pivotal role in ensuring Belfast is an attractive, sustainable, and inclusive place to live, work, and visit.

Place & Economy Department - Planning & Building Control