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Wellington City Council

Business Support Officer

  • Posted 1d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Location

Wellington

Job Description

We are looking for a social and diligent individual to be the glue that holds the team together. We are a team of professionals with diverse skillsets in urban and property development, and economic growth fields. We balance the work stuff with being working parents, dog owners and mountain bikers. We are looking for a reliable and experienced person who understands the importance of "team fit".

The City Development supports the growth of Wellington by development facilitation and major projects service and delivery unit. It helps facilitate large scale private developments with high social and economic impact for the city. It also currently runs the earthquake prone building programme and the relevant regulatory processes.

The primary role will be to provide a high level of administrative and assistant support to the Manager, while also providing business support to the balance of the team including processing purchase orders and invoices, organising social team events, meetings coordination, and being across the general pulse of the team. You will also support and work closely with the Resilient Buildings team to map, and identify areas in which you can assist and add value to the process side of their work.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a supportive and trusting leader. Who truly appreciates the value this role brings to theirs and the wider team on a daily basis. He believes in developing a strong and trusting relationship with all his team members and aims to create a team atmosphere that is friendly and collaborative.

To this role you will bring:

  • Previous experience working in a similar role such as a Personal Assistant, Team Coordinator or supporting project activities.
  • A high level of initiative with a solution focused mindset
  • Handle confidential information with the utmost care.
  • Strong abiltiy to effectively prioritise your workload with eyes and ears across the on-goings of the team, and escalating when necessary.
  • Flexibity to meet the needs of the team.
  • You'll be tech-savvy and be comfortable using a range of software including Microsoft Suite.


We are looking to appoint between $59,987 - $70,572 per annum, for this role, depending on relevant skills and experience.

We're Working for Wellington. Wellington City Council's team provides more than 400 services every day for Wellingtonians - everything from parks and pools to consents and cemeteries - playing our part in making Pōneke an inclusive, sustainable and creative capital for people to live, work and play.

Working for the Council offers you a range of benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, Council staff discounts and a range of learning and development programmes and opportunities.

Applications close 10th March 2025. All applications must be submitted online.

All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand

We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Please let us know if there are any adjustments or

Hard Skills Required

  • Administrative Support
  • Financial Processing
  • Microsoft Suite Proficiency
  • Meeting Coordination
  • Event Planning

Soft Skills Required

  • Time Management
  • Communication
  • Initiative
  • Prioritization
  • Problem-Solving

Benefits and Perks

  • 🤱
    Extended Parental Leave
  • 🏛
    Fully Paid Jury Service
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    Work from Home
  • 🧕
    Inclusive Workspace
  • ❤
    Care and Appreciation
  • ⚖
    Work-Life Balance Support
  • 🧠
    Mental Health Workshops
  • 💚
    Counselling Services
  • 💪
    Physical Health Workshops
  • 🌿
    Wellness Program
  • 🏥
    Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈
    Professional Development
  • 🏎
    Competitive Salary
  • 🎉
    Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🎖
    Long Service Rewards
  • 💻
    Company Supplied Technology
  • ⏰
    Flexible Work

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work
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