Human Resources and Organisational Development Business Support Officer OCC607290 Oxford, England
Job description
Job details
Salary range: £27,344 - £30,151 per annum
Work location: County Hall, Oxford
Hours per week: 37
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: Thursday 9th March 2023
Interview date: Wednesday 29th March 2023
We are looking for a highly motivated and organised person to join our busy Human Resources and Organisational Development service.
Do you have excellent business administration skills and enjoy working in a challenging and busy work environment? Can you handle a high workload, work accurately under pressure, and adhere to tight deadlines?
About the role
You will be part of the Organisational Development Team within Human Resources working predominantly with learning and development colleagues. However, you will also be required to work within other areas of the business on an ongoing basis.
The working environment is fast paced and continually evolving to meet customer demands. The role involves continual interaction with staff across the organisation plus external customers and training providers. You will ensure standards are maintained with accuracy and attention to detail a key aspect of the role.
About you
We are seeking an individual with experience of working in a fast-paced administrative environment. You need to have solid IT skills and experience of using MS Office applications. You will be able to work calmly under pressure and pay attention to detail. You will have the ability to work co-operatively as a team and to work independently. You must be a good communicator with a customer focused-approach.
Rewards and benefits
It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too. We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology to support agile working. We offer some of the best learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.
We have a generous holiday allowance which rises as you remain in employment with us up to 32 days, as well as giving you the option to buy additional holiday. You will also have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering.
Would you like to know more?
Please click here to view the Job Description and Selection Criteria
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Sutton, Learning and Development Manager on 07803 287805 or email [email protected].
Application Procedure
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Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support and safe spaces for staff.
Our commitment to safeguarding
Our Organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.
Guaranteed interviews
As a Disability Confident employer we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.
We are open to discussions about flexible working.
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