Procurement Assistant

  • Esher, United Kingdom
  • Elmbridge Borough Council
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site
  • 21-21 GBP / Hour
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Job Description:

Procurement Assistant

Temporary Contract 

Job Details

Client: Elmbridge Borough Council
Directorate: Chief Executives Directorate – Legal and Governance
Team: Legal Services (Corporate Procurement)

Hours: 36 hours per week
Working Pattern: 3 days in the office, 2 days remote

Target Start Date: 16 March 2026
Duration: 31 weeks

Location

Office Base:
Civic Centre
High Street
Esher
Surrey
KT10 9SD

Pay & Package

PAYE Rate: £21.90 per hour

Job Overview

Elmbridge Borough Council is seeking a Procurement Assistant to support the Procurement Business Partner in delivering efficient, compliant and value-for-money procurement services across the organisation.

You will assist with the procurement of goods, works and services, ensuring regulatory compliance while enabling the council to deliver high-quality services to residents.

This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, attention to detail and an interest in public sector procurement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide procurement support across multiple service areas within the council

  • Assist with procurement exercises for commonly purchased goods and services

  • Ensure procurement activities comply with council regulations and the Procurement Act 2023

  • Use the councils electronic tendering portal and contract management systems

  • Support the councils transparency obligations, including maintaining the Contracts Register

  • Draft legally compliant outcome letters and ensure timely communication

  • Assist with the development of procurement procedures, guidance and best practice documentation

  • Keep up to date with procurement legislation and regulatory changes

  • Provide general administrative support to the Procurement Business Partner

  • Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of work

Essential Experience & Skills

  • 5 GCSEs including Maths and English (or equivalent experience)

  • Experience contributing to successful project outcomes

  • Ability to demonstrate sound professional judgement

  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

  • Ability to meet project deadlines

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Word and Excel

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Desirable Experience

  • Experience working in a public sector procurement environment

  • Understanding of procurement processes within local government

  • Knowledge of current procurement best practice in the public sector

  • University degree (desirable)

Additional Information

DBS Requirement: No
Right to Work: Applicants must already be eligible to work in the UK
Interview Date: 12 March 2026 (On-site at Civic Centre, Esher)
Submission Deadline: 03 March 2026

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Order Reference: OR23547