Business Support & Project Executive

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Support and Project Executive to join us! This role combines operational support with project coordination providing essential assistance to senior leadership while driving key initiatives forward. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment excels at multitasking and has a passion for delivering results through collaboration.

About us

We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22000 social and affordable homes mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1000 people.

This year weve launched our five-year Corporate Strategy which runs to 2029. Our purpose is to provide high quality homes services and support to our customers so weve worked with colleagues and customers to find out whats important to them. Our customers sit at the heart of what we do and our colleagues are the people wholl help us achieve our vision which is to create the best customer experience to improve everyday lives.

Duties include:

• Oversee and support in the management of Directorate communications drafting and where appropriate responding to inbound and outbound comms including but not limited to emails letters and calls.
• Plan and arrange Leadership and other committees and groups as required.
• Managing the Directorate digital filing systems mailing list and contacts database taking telephone messages and dealing appropriately with incoming and outgoing communications.
• Supply comprehensive information in response to internal and external requests to include in website/intranet services governance requests document review and research.
• Liaise with the Director and Heads of Service to actively update and manage the Directorates workload and project plan taking ownership of the management and oversight of project progress and completion.
• Take ownership of the central project management system overseeing all documentation and reporting.
• Participate in project boards and meetings taking minutes and recording key actions and owners.
• Support in the management and delivery of project milestones budget resource deadlines and prioritisation
• Work to streamline and improve data and reporting to better service the needs of the Directorate and business.

Essential criteria

• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Confident user of digital collaboration tools (e.g. MS Teams SharePoint Trello/Planner).
• Strong knowledge of project planning processes including milestones deliverables and risk identification.
• Knowledge of business reporting and governance principles including how to compile structure and present executive-level reports.
• Experience providing high-level administrative or executive support to senior leaders or directors and managing / coordinating complex diaries and meetings.
• Experience supporting project delivery or managing project documentation across multiple workstreams.
• Proven experience handling competing demands and meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced customer-focused or agile business environment.

• Salary of 32507 up-to 36229 per year depending on experience
• Social Housing Pension Scheme
• 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays
• Option to buy and sell annual leave
• Training development and qualification opportunities
• Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
• Corporate health scheme membership
• Agile and hybrid working
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Local gym membership discounts.
• A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support

Join Our Team!

Were looking for great people to join us! AtIncommunities were committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued included and supported. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds abilities and experiencesbecause we know thatdiverse perspectives make us stronger.

Based inBradford a city known for its rich cultural diversity we servevibrant communities. As a social housing provider were passionate about making a real difference by providingsafe affordable homesandimproving lives.

Our recruitment process is designed tosupport you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments or assistance just let us know.

Were proud to be aMindful Employer committed to mental health and wellbeing. We also hold theCommitted Menopause Friendly Accreditation recognising the importance of support in the workplace.

Apply early!We review applications as they come in and may close the advert before the deadline.

Ready to make an impactCome work with us!