Business Support Officer

Northallerton, United Kingdom | Posted on 14/10/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries.

These sector‑specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre‑screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well‑positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

• We are seeking a Business Support Officer to provide a wide range of administrative, financial, and operational support to property services. You will interact with operational teams, customers, and suppliers to ensure the smooth delivery of business processes.

• Provide comprehensive administrative support and data management for property services.
• Process and monitor financial information, including raising invoices, chasing payments, reconciling accounts, and checking purchase orders.
• Organise meetings and events, including booking venues, issuing papers, and taking accurate minutes at high‑level meetings.
• Create, develop, and maintain systems and processes to meet operational needs and maintain accurate records.
• Provide advice and guidance to customers, business partners, and colleagues on processes and protocols.
• Support the gathering of information for Freedom of Information (FOI) and Subject Access Requests.
• Act as Fire Warden, undertake risk assessments, and manage premises opening/closing as required.

• Experience of providing business support, data input, and data management in a busy environment.
• Significant experience using IT and common business support packages (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Experience managing and prioritising your own workload while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Experience of note and minute taking, and providing information to the public using strong communication skills.

• Level 3 qualification in Business Administration or equivalent (or willingness to work towards).
• Good literacy and numeracy skills to Level 2 or equivalent.

• Working hours:
  
  40 hours per week (Ability to work flexibly, including outside normal hours/weekends if required).
• This is an Onsite role based in North Yorkshire.