Business Support Officer

About the role

A local government organisation in Sydney is recruiting a Business Support Officer through Public Sector People. The role provides high-level administrative and business support across several teams within the Environment and Planning Department. It is a contract position with an immediate start.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate meeting arrangements, including preparing agendas, business papers, taking minutes and distributing documentation.
• Assist with the preparation, checking and processing of Development Application documentation.
• Prepare and format correspondence, reports, business papers, online forms and other administrative documents.
• Manage incoming telephone enquiries and direct them to the right team members.
• Coordinate diaries, schedule meetings and manage appointments for internal stakeholders.
• Register, maintain and manage correspondence and official records using electronic document management systems.
• Ensure accurate data entry, document control and record keeping in line with organisational procedures and legislative requirements.
• Provide general administrative assistance, liaise with internal and external stakeholders and manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Required profile

• At least 3 years of experience in an administrative or business support role, and 2+ years in a similar role within local government or a politically sensitive environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and work independently in a busy, multi-functional environment.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with a focus on accurate record keeping.

Required skills

• Experience with TechOne, Content Manager/TRIM, Authority or Pathway is highly regarded.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and SharePoint.

The advertised package is from $73,113 to $94,468 inclusive of 12% superannuation. Interested candidates can arrange a confidential discussion with the recruiter named in the advert.