Business Services Officer

Business Services Officer (9-Month Maternity Cover)

Salary: £38,161.67 - £42,831.52 per annum (DOE) Hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday-Friday Location: Office-based initially, with the option to work on a hybrid basis (2 days in the office) following training Benefits: Free on-site parking

We are recruiting for a Business Services Officer to join a busy corporate services team on a 9-month maternity cover contract. This is a varied role supporting key business functions including insurance, fleet management, governance, internal audit, compliance, and corporate administration. You'll also have responsibility for managing a small team and ensuring essential governance and compliance processes run smoothly across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and support internal audit processes, including maintaining audit trackers and managing follow-up reviews. Support the preparation of Board and committee papers. Lead the annual insurance renewal process and act as a key contact for brokers and insurers. Provide fleet management support, overseeing databases, compliance records, driver information, and vehicle data. Coordinate and submit annual regulatory returns, ensuring accuracy and resolving validation queries. Deliver training and guidance on business services functions when required. Line manage the Fleet Coordinator, Business Services Assistant, and Reception team, conducting regular reviews and providing coaching and support. Build and maintain strong relationships with auditors, insurers, internal stakeholders, and external partners. Contribute to corporate governance activities and provide wider administrative support across the department.

About You

Experience working within a business support, governance, compliance, insurance, or corporate services environment. Previous line management or supervisory experience. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and database management. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Able to work independently, use initiative, and make effective decisions. Experience working with insurance processes, fleet management, SharePoint, or document management systems would be advantageous. Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to support a wide range of business functions.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced business support professional seeking a varied role with management responsibility within a well-established organisation.

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