Admin Officer and Minute Taker
| Posting date: | 08 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.85 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | per hour PAYE |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 August 2025 |
| Location: | Spennymoor, Durham, DL16 6JQ |
| Company: | Triumph Consultants Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | Durham 5271794 |
Summary
What's involved with this role:
JOB TITLE: Administrative Officer and Minute Taker
REF: Durham 5271794
Pay rate: £12.85 per hour PAYE
The role:
On behalf of a local council, we are seeking an Administrative Officer and Minute Taker.
The main role of this post is minute taking, so you will require strong minute taking skills. Ideally you will be able to type minutes as you go as the meetings are very fast paced.
Key Responsibilities may include:
Accurately minute council and committee meetings, often in real-time.
Prepare agendas, distribute meeting papers, and ensure all documentation is correctly formatted and filed.
Provide general administrative support to council officers and elected members.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
What the client is looking for:
Strong minute taking skills, with the ability to type minutes as the meeting progresses - essential
Previous experience working within local government or a public sector environment
Experience of working in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organisational skills with great attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, etc.)
Knowledge of local council procedures and terminology
How to Apply
Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application.
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Job Ref: Durham 5271794
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