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Business Support Assistant

Essex County Council is seeking a Business Support Assistant to join its Chelmsford team on a fixed-term, full-time contract (37 hours) until 31/03/2027. This is a great opportunity to build a strong public sector administration career in Essex, supporting services that make a real difference to local residents. Key Responsibilities - Provide efficient administrative and business support, including document preparation and accurate record-keeping - Manage diaries, meeting arrangements and minute taking, ensuring actions are tracked and completed - Handle enquiries professionally by phone and email, signposting customers and colleagues appropriately - Maintain data on internal systems, producing basic reports and supporting compliance with processes - Support colleagues with coordination of tasks, post, ordering and general office administration What You’ll Need - Previous experience in an administrative, office support or business support role - Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and confidence managing competing priorities - Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and willingness to learn new systems - A current, unrestricted right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available) Why Apply Earn up to £25,959 per annum while gaining valued local government experience in Chelmsford, with development encouraged from day one at one of Essex’s leading employers.

Up to £25,959 per year
Chelmsford
Contract
Other

Head of Youth Work

Head of Youth Work – Chelmsford (Permanent) – from £40,000 p/a NFP People is seeking an inspiring Head of Youth Work to lead high-impact youth services in Chelmsford, Essex. This is a standout leadership opportunity for someone who can blend strategic vision with hands-on delivery, building programmes that help young people thrive while supporting staff and volunteers to do their best work. Key Responsibilities - Lead and develop youth work strategy, ensuring services are safe, inclusive and impactful across Chelmsford and wider Essex - Manage, motivate and coach a team of youth workers, sessional staff and volunteers, creating a positive and high-performing culture - Build strong relationships with young people, families, schools and local partners to expand reach and outcomes - Oversee programme planning, safeguarding, reporting and continuous improvement, ensuring best practice is embedded - Contribute to organisational planning, funding conversations and stakeholder engagement to drive long-term success What You'll Need - Proven experience in youth work leadership or a senior youth work role, with strong operational delivery skills - Excellent people management, communication and stakeholder management abilities - Thorough knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and inclusive practice - Confidence using data and feedback to evaluate impact; relevant qualification is desirable Why Apply Join a values-led, equal opportunities employer committed to amplifying under-represented voices. You’ll have real scope to shape youth provision in Essex and grow your leadership career.

From £40,000 per year
Chelmsford
Other

Principal Contracts Specialist

Join RTX Corporation in Harlow as a Principal Contracts Specialist, supporting high-impact programmes in a global aerospace and defence environment. This permanent role offers a strong salary from £39,987 p/a, hybrid working (3 days on-site), and the chance to work with UK-wide teams across multiple sites in Essex and beyond. Key Responsibilities - Lead the end-to-end management of complex contracts, from review and negotiation through to delivery and close-out - Provide commercial guidance to programme and operational teams, ensuring robust contractual compliance and risk control - Draft, review and negotiate contract terms, amendments, and supporting documentation with customers and suppliers - Manage stakeholder relationships across the business, including finance, legal, procurement, and programme leadership - Support security clearance processes and maintain a high standard of confidentiality and governance What You’ll Need - Proven experience in contracts/commercial management within defence, aerospace, engineering, manufacturing or similarly regulated sectors - Strong knowledge of contract interpretation, negotiation, and change control, with excellent attention to detail - Confidence working with cross-functional teams and communicating clearly with internal and external stakeholders - Eligibility and willingness to obtain/maintain UK Security Clearance; flexibility for occasional UK travel Why Apply Be part of a respected employer with structured development, varied programmes, and a hybrid setup in Harlow that supports work-life balance while keeping you close to key teams.

From £39,987 per year
Harlow
Other

ACL Project & Partnership Coordinator

Join Essex County Council’s Adult Community Learning (ACL) team as an ACL Project & Partnership Coordinator in Witham. This permanent opportunity is ideal if you enjoy building relationships, coordinating projects and making a real difference to residents across Essex through lifelong learning. Key Responsibilities - Coordinate ACL projects from planning to delivery, keeping timelines, actions and outcomes on track - Build and maintain partnerships with local organisations, community groups and stakeholders across Essex - Support funding, performance and contract monitoring processes, ensuring accurate records and reporting - Organise meetings, events and engagement activity, preparing agendas, papers and follow-up actions - Work closely with internal teams to promote learning programmes and improve learner participation What You’ll Need - Experience coordinating projects, partnerships or community programmes, with strong organisational skills - Confident communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of partners and colleagues - Good administrative capability, including data handling, reporting and attention to detail - A current, unrestricted right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available) Why Apply You’ll join a well-established public sector employer offering meaningful work, professional development and the chance to help shape adult learning opportunities across Essex.

£29,347 - £34,525 per year
Witham
Other

Find Jobs and Career Opportunities in Essex

The Essex job market is diverse and growing, with opportunities spanning technology, healthcare, construction, retail, hospitality, and professional services. Discover Essex brings together the latest vacancies from local employers who are actively hiring across the county. Whether you are seeking a full-time position, part-time work, freelance contracts, or an apprenticeship, our jobs board connects you with employers who value local talent.

Essex benefits from excellent transport links into London, making it an attractive location for commuters, but the county also has a strong local economy in its own right. Towns such as Southend-on-Sea have seen significant investment in recent years, creating new roles in retail, leisure, and the creative industries. Meanwhile, Braintree and the surrounding districts continue to attract manufacturing, logistics, and technology firms seeking skilled workers.

Opportunities for Every Career Stage

Whether you are just starting out, looking for a career change, or searching for senior management positions, the Essex employment landscape has something to offer. Many local businesses advertise roles exclusively through community platforms like ours, meaning you will find vacancies here that are not listed on the larger national job boards. From entry-level warehouse and customer service roles to specialist engineering and finance positions, Essex employers are looking for dedicated individuals who want to work close to home.

Working in Essex

The cost of living in Essex is generally more affordable than in central London, while salaries in many sectors remain competitive. Towns like Harlow offer modern business parks and enterprise zones that attract employers from across the south-east. Essex is also home to several further education colleges and the University of Essex, providing a pipeline of skilled graduates entering the local workforce each year.

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