Business Support Administration Officer

We’re looking for an experienced Business Support Administrator who enjoys variety, takes pride in delivering quality work, and thrives on being the person others can rely on. About the role | Ko te mahi nei We are looking for an administration professional with a "can do" attitude who is willing to go the extra mile to ensure tasks are followed through to completion for the benefit of our customers. We support a large portfolio of over 500 internal stakeholders so having an adaptable and professional attitude is a must. Do you have the ability to multi-task across a range of activities for a variety of individuals, all while maintaining flexibility to accomplish deadlines? If so, then come join the Business Support Unit providing administrative excellence to the Corporate Services Group. This is not your run of the mill junior position - we are looking for an astute and seasoned admin professional who can bring a variety of skills to the team. We will be asking you to draw on your previous technical skills to work within an already high functioning team. You will also: Be customer focused and organised with a strong attention to detail to ensure you produce work to a consistently high standard. You will be confident dealing with people at all levels and be able to maintain a confidential and professional manner at all times. Hold a Certificate in Business Administration, NZQA Level 4 or a combination of equivalent training and experience of at least three years in a large organisation or project environment, and a high level of computer literacy and experience with the Microsoft Office suite of products is required. You will show initiative in resolving problems, using your creativity to think of solutions and share relevant information with your team. Have the ability to build excellent relationships with a wide range of customers, and the ability to see their needs and work to help them to achieve their goals will ensure your success. If you're up for the challenge and want to be an integral part of a great team in a supportive environment who always put the needs of the customer first, then we want to hear from you. In return we offer initial and on-going dedicated training and a challenging career with plenty of opportunities for personal development. What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe? Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also benefit from: Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities Flexible working arrangements - Working from home 1-2 days per week, option to purchase extra leave. Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts. Hours of work - Monday to Friday, 8am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5pm Position - Full-time, permanent Location - This position is primarily based at Te Hononga Civic Office, 53 Hereford Street Salary- The salary band for this position goes from $67,635 to $75,150 per annum based on a 40 hour week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles. Closing Date - Friday 7th August 2026, 12pm Where it's possible to love what you do. #J-18808-Ljbffr