Markets Officer

Job Overview

We’re looking for a motivated, hands‑on Markets Officer to help deliver and grow our historic Boston Market. This varied and rewarding role combines outdoor work, customer service, and digital administration—no two days are the same.

Requirements include a full UK driving licence with B+E (towing) and the ability to carry out a physically active, hands‑on role.

Working Pattern

• Tuesday – 9:00am to 4:00pm
• Wednesday – 5:30am to 5:30pm (market day)
• Friday – 10:00am to 4:00pm
• Saturday – 5:30am to 5:30pm (market day)

Responsibilities

• Set up and dismantle market equipment, including gazebos and infrastructure
• Drive market vehicles and tow trailers
• Help ensure the market is safe, clean and well organised
• Work closely with traders, the public, and colleagues
• Manage bookings, enquiries and payments using online systems
• Support traders and colleagues in using digital tools and processes
• Promote Boston Market to visitors and potential traders

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with B+E and confidence driving vans and towing equipment
• Comfortable with practical, outdoor work – able to lift and move equipment such as gazebos, weights and barriers and work outdoors in a range of weather conditions
• Confident using IT systems, or willing to learn and develop digital skills
• Strong communicator who can build relationships with traders and the public
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and reliable, with availability for market days (Wednesdays and Saturdays)

Benefits

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, including generous employer contributions
• Generous annual leave scheme with option to buy more
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Benefits Platform – retail, holiday and leisure discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flu Jabs
• Free Eye Test voucher for regular screen users
• Flexible Working Policy
• Agile Working Policy
• Car mileage reimbursement
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities
• Long Service Recognition
• Salary sacrifice car scheme for roles over £33,000
• Certain restrictions may apply

The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non‑discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly.

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