Business Development Admin Officer

Business Development Administrative Officer

Honeycomb is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a local government organisation to recruit a Business Development Administrative Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator to join a busy and collaborative team supporting a range of economic development, employability, skills, and regeneration initiatives that positively impact local communities and businesses.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery of funded programmes, stakeholder engagement activities, business events, and employability initiatives while providing high-quality administrative and customer service support.

This is a full time temporary role for 3 months, with the possibility of further extension.

The Company

Our client is a progressive public sector organisation committed to supporting economic growth, business development, investment, and skills development across the local area. Through a range of funded programmes and partnerships, the organisation works closely with businesses, residents, educational providers, and community stakeholders to create opportunities and drive sustainable economic development.

The Role

As Business Development Administrative Officer, you will:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Economic Development and Planning Department
• Support the delivery of employability, skills, labour market, and business development programmes
• Validate, maintain, and monitor programme documentation and participant records
• Maintain databases, dashboards, business directories, spreadsheets, and reporting systems
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, seminars, and stakeholder events
• Prepare agendas, reports, presentations, minutes, and supporting documentation
• Manage diaries, meeting logistics, room bookings, and event registrations
• Process purchase orders, invoices, grant payments, refunds, and financial documentation
• Act as a first point of contact for enquiries from businesses, stakeholders, partners, and members of the public
• Support the administration and promotion of business engagement events, jobs fairs, workshops, and consultation activities
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper filing systems in line with GDPR requirements
• Assist with marketing communications, mailshots, and stakeholder engagement activities
• Support the wider team with programme monitoring, reporting, and compliance requirements

The PersonEssential Criteria

• 5 GCSEs at Grade A-C (or equivalent), including English Language and Mathematics. Consideration may be given to candidates who do not hold these qualifications but can demonstrate a minimum of 4 year's relevant administration experience
• At least 2 year's administrative experience within a busy office environment
• Experience dealing with members of the public and a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Experience maintaining accurate records, databases, and administrative systems
• Strong organisational, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and contribute effectively as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Full current driving licence or, if a disability prevents driving, access to suitable transport to enable the duties of the role to be carried out

Package & Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to impactful economic development and employability initiatives
• Varied and diverse workload across programme administration, stakeholder engagement, and event support
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Training and development opportunities
• full time opportunity

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit your CV via the application form provided.

Disclaimer

If you have a disability, which means you require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us directly to discuss. Honeycomb is committed to providing equality of opportunity to all.

Please note that we are currently receiving an exceptionally high volume of applications and will be unable to shortlist candidates who do not meet the specific requirements for this role. Due to this volume, we may be unable to provide individual feedback. We thank you in advance for your understanding.