Job IntroductionPlease add a short paragraph about your teamThe Housing Options Service provides housing advice and homelessness services to customers in housing need. The service is also the gateway to accessing Housing Related Support in the District. The service places great attention to homelessness prevention and the enhancement of housing options to achieving long term sustainable outcomes for vulnerable customers.Please add a short introductory paragraph about the role and the main responsibilitiesRole DescriptionWe are looking for a Business Development Assistant to join our dedicated team in the Housing Options Service. This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in our vibrant and diverse cityThe main responsibilities of this role:Assist the Business Development Officer with all aspects of business development processes, reviews, service improvement and changeConduct case audits and report on the outcomes, implementing the recommendations to ensure that improvement is achievedAssist the Business Development Officer in mapping business data, intelligence and service trends and service improvement related activityAssist in writing and updating procedures and policies to support good practice across servicesAssist the management team with the coordination and delivery of staff and third party stakeholders trainingSupport the Business Development Officer with business change management activities including service reviews, identifying Improvements and implementing process changesSupport the Business Development Officer with any activities aimed at improving capacity and quality within the Housing Options Service including analysing and learning from other Local AuthoritiesInterpret, research and facilitate the implementation of relevant legislation, council and Departmental policyAssist the Housing Options Management team with case audit activities, interview observations, preparation of case audit summary reports and in the determination of training requirements for the Housing Options TeamAssist the Business Development Officer with creating and managing all project documents including organising meetings, stakeholder events and taking accurate project team minutes and actionsCollating and analysing quality assurance data and preparing summary reports, as needed, to inform internal quality assurance monitoring purposes, including responding to data requests internally and externally as well as requests received under the Freedom of Information ActAssist the Business Development Officer in the preparation of periodic reports on the performance of the Housing Allocations and Housing Related Support modules of the IT solutionHow to ApplyIf you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact [Name of Recruiting Manager or Nominated Person] on [Contact Number] or email [Email Address].Employee OfferEqual OpportunitiesWe are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.Salary £28,142.00 - £31,022.00 Per AnnumFrequency AnnualJob Reference bradfordmbc/TP/1284/2212Contract Type PermanentWorking Hours 37Closing Date 16 August, 2026Job Category Housing OptionsService Housing OptionsLocation City Hall, Centenary Square, Bradford, United KingdomAdditonal Payments For Office Use OnlyPosted on 4 August, 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Business Development Assistant in Bradford employer: Bradford Corporation
Bradford Corporation is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people affected by domestic abuse. With a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being, you will enjoy generous benefits such as 32 days of annual leave and a 5% employer pension contribution, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative team environment. Join us in Bradford, where your expertise can truly make a difference in the community.
