Business Support Clerk - Admin & Clerical

Business Support Clerk - Admin & Clerical

Location: Adelaide Street, Belfast (Office Based - 5 days per week)

Client: Belfast City Council

Contract: Temporary - 12 weeks + Ongoing

Hours: 37 hours per week

Pay: 13.47 per hour

About the Role

We are seeking a Business Support Clerk to join a busy Property and Projects department within Belfast City Council. This is a full-time, office-based administrative role providing essential support across a range of business and operational functions.

You will be part of a structured team delivering high-quality clerical support, data handling, document processing, and customer service.

What you'll be doing

• Providing day-to-day administrative and clerical support
• Managing both electronic and manual filing systems
• Handling incoming/outgoing mail and correspondence
• Data entry, updating records, and basic report preparation
• Producing documents including letters, memos, and formatted reports
• Supporting meetings, including scheduling and minute-taking
• Dealing with telephone and email enquiries professionally
• Providing reception/front desk cover when required
• Using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook regularly
• Supporting general office and departmental processes

What we're looking for (realistic requirements)

• At least 1 year experience in an admin, clerical, or business support role
• Confident user of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (tested)
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Experience working in a busy office or structured environment
• Customer service experience (phone/email/front desk)

Important information

• Fully office-based (no hybrid working)
• Fast-paced public sector environment with clear procedures and deadlines

Apply now

If you have solid office experience and strong Microsoft Office skills, this is a great opportunity to join a respected public sector organisation and gain valuable experience within local government.