Lancashire County Council
Business Support Officer | Full time | County Hall | Preston, Lancashire
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Business Support Officer | Full time | County Hall | Preston, Lancashire
Inclusive Communities Business Support Officer
Salary £28,142 - £32,061 per annum | 37 hours per week | Permanent, Full time Location: County Hall, Preston, Lancashire
About the Role
Are you passionate about supporting inclusive communities? Do you have strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to delivering high-quality work?
Lancashire County Council is seeking an Inclusive Communities Business Support Officer to join the Community Engagement and Place-Based Working service. This is a role where you’ll support key programmes promoting inclusion and community cohesion across Lancashire.
You’ll provide essential administrative, data, and project support to deliver a range of inclusion and cohesion initiatives. In a fast-paced and evolving environment, you will:
- Coordinate meetings
- Manage data
- Support communications
- Collaborate with partners across public and voluntary sectors
Your work will ensure projects remain well-organised, data-driven, and responsive to community needs.
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Key Responsibilities
You’ll be challenged to:
- Assist with administrative coordination and project management.
- Handle data accurately, generating reports and maintaining records.
- Support communications, including email correspondence and meeting minutes.
- Collaborate with staff, stakeholders, and external agencies.
- Maintain awareness of evolving policies and best practices to support inclusive initiatives.
Requirements & Skills
Essential Skills & Experience
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Strong organisation, attention to detail, and proactive approach.
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Excellent communication and people skills to build positive relationships.
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Proficient use of Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook).
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Flexible and adaptable, able to work across multiple priorities.
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Relevant administrative or project support experience.
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Strong data handling abilities to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
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Knowledge of principles related to inclusion, equality, and fairness.
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About You
- Confident working with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Committed to inclusion, equality, and teamwork.
- Enthusiastic about supporting meaningful community engagement initiatives.
Additional Information
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DBS Check Requirement: This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a DBS disclosure will be required if offered the position.
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Benefits: Find details of the range of benefits offered by Lancashire County Council here.
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Closing Note: Lancashire County Council reserves the right to withdraw a vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
For further details, see the full job description and person specification: Inclusive Communities Business Support Officer
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