Business Support Assistant x 2

We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for our residents and businesses and become part of the Knowsley Journey

• Location: Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council, Municipal Buildings
• Contract: Temporary
• Working Pattern: Part Time
• DBS Check: No
• Closing Date: 12/07/2026 at 23:59
• Reference: CVP 0641

Knowsley Council is a local authority that values fair and inclusive employment.

Come join us and be part of our success.

Post 1 - Licencing Team

21.6 hours per week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday) - Fixed Term until 31/03/2027

This is an excellent opportunity to join our busy Licensing team, providing essential administrative and customer service support. You will be working closely with a team of Licensing Officers and Assistants based at Stretton Way Depot.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing and updating taxi drivers' information.
• Maintaining and updating system data.
• Contacting drivers regarding applications and any queries.
• Issuing licence plates and badges.

Post 2 - Legal Team

20 hours per week (Monday, Thursday and Friday) - Permanent

This role offers an exciting opportunity to support a professional Legal team. You will be working closely with a team of Solicitors and Legal Assistants and our Records Management Team working across two sites across Huyton.

Key Responsibilities

• Arranging sealing and signing of legal documents.
• Carrying out finance duties such as ordering goods/services and checking invoices.
• Preparation of court bundles.
• Updating and maintaining confidential information.
• Maintaining and updating system data.
• Managing incoming and outgoing post.

Due to the confidential nature of the work, you will be expected to handle sensitive information appropriately and in line with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements.

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational skills and a keen attention to detail, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and work accurately under pressure. Strong IT and administrative skills are essential, along with a positive and collaborative approach to teamwork.

If you are proactive, reliable, and thrive in a busy working environment, you may be the ideal candidate for this role.

At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time. There is a requirement for you to attend your work base at least 1 or 2 days per week.

We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.

Please note sponsorship is not available for this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.

At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:

Closing Date: Sunday, 12th July 2026 at 23:59pm

Interview Date: W/C 20th July 2026

How to apply

Your Application Form should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification. Please note if an Application Form does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

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