Local Government Jobs

Manchester City Council
Business Support Assistant
Grade 6 £22,730 to £26,016 (bar at £25,220)
Ref: NB50656893/11
Location: Corporate Communications, Town Hall Extension, Manchester M60 2LA
Hours: 35 per week
Fixed-term contract until July 2010
Manchester City Council is looking for an excellent communicator who can work with the Director of Communications. Our Communication plays a vital role in informing residents about the services, products and events that happen in our City. The role will encompass a broad remit in an exciting, challenging and dynamic environment. We are looking for a natural communicator who is well-versed in the mechanics of a busy director’s office. The candidate needs to demonstrate that they are a good organiser, who is flexible to changing demands, shows initiative and is resourceful. Strong administrative support coupled with a hunger for research, projects and liaison with people is essential. A background in marketing and / or communications would be an advantage as well as sound administrative support skills.
We welcome applications from people wishing to job share.
All disabled applicants who meet the short-listing criteria are guaranteed to go through to the recruitment assessment process.
Closing date: 10 July 2009.
Apply online at www.manchester.gov.uk/jobs
Application forms and further details are available from: Recruitment Services, Corporate Personnel, Level 2, Belle Vue Leisure Centre,
Pink Bank Lane, Manchester M12 5GL.
Tel: 0161 953 2775 or 0161 953 2784.
Textphone: 0161 953 2785.
Manchester City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer