Be at the heart of Council operations, supporting the Office of the CEO

Contract Full-Time until 31 December 2026

Level 3 Salary with 15 additional leave days per year

Are you an organised and motivated professional who thrives in a dynamic environment?

The City of Marion is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Business Support Officer to provide high-quality administrative and business support within the Office of the CEO.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of Council operations, supporting the Manager, Office of the CEO, and collaborating across multiple teams to deliver efficient and responsive service to both internal and external stakeholders.

About the Role

The Business Support Officer plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Office of the CEO through exceptional administrative and customer service support.
Your day will be varied — from coordinating meetings and managing correspondence to preparing reports, maintaining records, and assisting with the implementation of process improvements.

You will be part of a fast-paced and supportive team that values initiative, flexibility, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities include:

Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

Deliver high-level administrative support including:
Managing enquiries (phone, email, and face-to-face),
Scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, recording minutes, and ensuring documentation meets corporate standards, and
Coordinating responses to complaints and correspondence in line with Council policies.

Support the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and process improvements.

Maintain accurate records and data across Council systems and databases (e.g. DocAssembler, Pulse, SharePoint).

Assist the Manager, Office of the CEO, with research, analysis, and report preparation.

Contribute to a collaborative, respectful, and solutions-focused team environment.

About You

You will bring strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain positive relationships with a diverse range of people. A willingness to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours work.

Why Work with Us?

At the City of Marion, we care about the wellbeing and growth of our people. You’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits designed to support work-life balance, health, and professional satisfaction.

Your benefits include:

1 Rostered Day Off (RDO) each month

3 additional paid leave days between Christmas and New Year

Flexible leave options to support your lifestyle and family needs

Affordable Income Protection Insurance

Corporate Wardrobe Allowance

Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Regular health checks and skin cancer screenings

Access to our free Employee Immunisation Program

Access to the Fitness Passport, offering affordable entry to over 75 gyms and pools across South Australia

We value innovation, collaboration, and accountability — and we’re proud to provide an environment where you can make a meaningful impact every day.

Our Values

At the City of Marion, we:

Focus on the customer – we’re responsive, engaged, and proactive

Engage with respect – we’re caring, connected, and professional

Embrace excellence – we’re adaptable, accountable, and sustainability-minded

To view the job description, and the mandatory pre-employment declaration form please see www.marion.sa.gov.au/about-council/employment

Confidential enquiries can be directed to Victoria Moritz, Unit Manager Governance and Council Support on 08 8375 6601 or [email protected]

Applications close COB 20 November 2025 and must be submitted through this SEEK advertisement and include a cover letter outlining what you can bring to this position.

The City of Marion encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, people who are LGBTQIA+, and people who are culturally and linguistically diverse.