Economic DevelopmentBusiness Development Admin OfficerScale 5 (SCP 14-19) £29,540 – £32,061Attractive employer pension contributionTemporary, up to 31 December 2028, with possible extension, subject to review.37 hours per week
Location: Mossley Mill but may be required to work from any Council site or facilitywithin the Borough.
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
Responsible for the provision of a high quality, efficient and effective confidential administrative and business support service to the Council’s Economic Development and Planning Department. The post holder will provide comprehensive clerical and administrative services for the achievement of effective implementation of the Council’s Economic Development, Investment and Regeneration initiatives which contribute to the development of the Northern Ireland economy, in line with the Council’s Corporate and Economic Development objectives. A particular focus of the role will be to support the Economic Development Team in the delivery of the Councils Employability and Skills agenda and the Council’s Labour Market Partnership which is designed to co-ordinate, plan and deliver skills interventions to our residents and businesses. The role will also support other business development, investment and stakeholder engagement programmes alongside employability initiatives.
General applicant information:
Please note that the panel will use ONLY the information provided on the application form for shortlisting. Therefore, you MUST demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria as set out in the specification for the post.
Recruitment Process:
The recruitment process will assess the suitability of the candidates against the requirements for the post including the 4 competencies identified in the Competence Framework for Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council. (A copy of the Competency framework is attached for information) A reserve list will be created for this post for a 12 month period and if this post becomes available either part time, full time, temporary or permanent within 12 months this will be offered to reserve candidates in order of merit. Please be advised, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council operates a paper free recruitment and selection process. All communication relating to your application will be sent to the email address that you have provided during login.
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS 13 AUGUST 2026 AT 12 NOON.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is committed to appointing on merit, seeking candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds and taking full account of equal opportunities. #nijobs
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