Business Support Assistant in Huntingdon

Salary £26,316 - £27,120 (fixed term contract - 3 years)

Hours: 37 Hours Weekly

Location: Huntingdon

Contract Type: Fixed term full time

Closing Date: 3 July 2026 09:00

Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.

Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.

At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.

We are seeking four committed and organised Business Support Assistants to join our Operations Service. This customer‑centric role is integral to ensuring our teams and services are well supported, helping us deliver efficient, responsive, and value‑for‑money services to our residents and stakeholders.

As a Business Support Assistant, you will provide essential administrative, clerical, and financial support to the Operations Service, ensuring the smooth running of processes and effective support for both internal and external customers. The post holders will assist Service Managers, Team Leaders, and the Business Support Team in maintaining high standards of service and compliance with financial and customer procedures. Key responsibilities include handling enquiries, producing reports, managing financial processes, maintaining data accuracy, and supporting the performance and development of the wider team.

The successful candidates will be highly organised, motivated, and able to work with minimum supervision within a fast‑paced office environment. Key qualities include excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral), strong IT and administrative abilities, accuracy in handling data, and a supportive approach to both team and customer service.

Experience in financial administration, customer service, and office systems is essential, along with a commitment to confidentiality, equality, and continuous improvement. High personal standards, attention to detail, and a readiness to learn new systems and adapt to change will ensure you thrive in this rewarding role.

An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.

However, this is a rolling campaign and we’ll be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don’t delay in applying!

For many of our roles, our hybrid work model enables employees to work remotely while allowing for in‑office collaboration opportunities across the district, with an expectation of being in the office at least two days a week. However, please note that some positions may require a more consistent presence in the office due to the nature of the work.

Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third‑party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.

As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee‑led environment.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work‑life balance.