Business Support Officer

Job description Business Support Officer Location: Downshire, Downpatrick Contract: Temporary Pay Rate: £ per hour Hours: 36 hours per weekBenefits of this Business Support Officer role£ per hour * 36 hours per week * Temporary public sector role * Opportunity to support a local public organisation * Varied administrative role across multiple functions and departments * Suitable for candidates with strong clerical, customer service and Microsoft Office skillsAbout the RoleStaffline Recruitment Ireland is recruiting for a Business Support Officer to join a local public organisation based in Downpatrick.This role will provide a comprehensive and flexible administrative business support service across a range of functions and departments. The successful candidate will help maintain business support service standards while delivering a high level of customer service to both internal and external customers.As part of a wider team, you will contribute to the delivery of a modern, professional, high-quality and responsive business support service.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative and clerical support across a range of departments * Support the delivery of an efficient and customer-focused business support service * Assist with maintaining business support service standards * Respond to internal and external customer queries in a professional manner * Use management information systems to record, update and access information * Handle financial transactions and maintain accurate associated records * Prepare, update and manage documents using Microsoft Office applications * Support the wider team in delivering corporate and business plan objectives * Maintain accurate records and documentation * Work flexibly across different functions as requiredEssential CriteriaApplicants must have:4 GCSEs at grades A-C, including English Language and Mathematics, or equivalent, plus 1 year of experience providing administrative or clerical supportOR3 years of experience providing administrative or clerical support in lieu of qualificationsApplicants must also have:6 months of experience using a Management Information System * Customer service experience * Experience handling financial transactions and maintaining associated records * Competency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook