Job Advert: Business Support Officer (Grade 5)

Location: Newport
Employment Type: Temporary (4 Weeks)
Start Date: 17 November 2025
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with a minimum of two days per week in the office)
Salary: PAYE: £14.36 per hour | Umbrella: £18.28 per hour

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Are you an organised and detail-oriented administrator looking for your next challenge?

Network Recruitment Wales is seeking a Business Support Officer (Grade 5) to provide essential administrative and business support to the Housing and Communities Service in Newport. This is a temporary, four-week assignment designed to assist with a key project within the Community Cohesion team.

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What You’ll Do:

• Deliver high-quality business and administrative support to ensure efficient service operations.
• Operate and maintain financial systems, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Identify and recover any overpayments, agreeing payment plans within a defined framework.
• Manage the procurement of goods and services, following approved methods of acquisition.
• Process payments using a Newport City Council credit card, in line with NCC procedures.
• Collect, verify, and analyse performance data, producing and distributing accurate management reports.
• Act as a first point of contact for internal teams and partner agencies, providing information, advice, and guidance.
• Organise meetings, prepare accurate minutes, record decisions, and follow up on associated actions.
• Support and assist with service projects and initiatives as required.
• Ensure the security of IT equipment, data, and corporate accounts, complying with relevant policies.

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What We’re Looking For:

• Strong administrative and organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and data management systems.
• Ability to analyse information, produce reports, and manage competing priorities.
• Experience in a local authority or similar environment (desirable).
• A proactive, team-oriented approach and the ability to work independently when needed.

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Essential Requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Completed Criminal Convictions Declaration.
• Up-to-date CV.
• Signed Confidentiality Agreement (upon offer).

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Why Join Us?

This role offers the chance to contribute to a meaningful community project within Newport’s Housing and Communities Service. You’ll play a key part in supporting efficient service delivery while developing valuable experience in public sector administration.

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How to Apply:

Ready to make an impact? Submit your CV and required documents to Network Recruitment Wales today!
📞 Contact us: 01443 230222
🌐 Visit: https://www.networkrecruitmentwales.co.uk/nrw-people/
Don’t miss this opportunity to join a supportive team and contribute to community-focused work — apply now!