Corporate Resources Recruitment.
Public Sector Business Support Recruitment.
Spencer Clarke Group is one of the most established recruitment agencies for corporate resources and business support within the public sector. We support local authorities nationwide with experienced interim staff to bridge the gaps in their team.
Through years of working within public sector recruitment, we use our in-depth knowledge, market intelligence and a solution-focused approach to recruit for a wide range of key roles within the business support functions of a local authority.
We are accredited by APSCo and REC, ensuring that every candidate is thoroughly vetted and has completed all necessary checks before beginning work.
In 2025, we were awarded Best Public Sector recruitment agency at the 2025 Recruiter Awards. As one of the most established recruitment agencies for corporate resources and business support, we will operate as an extension of your service to fulfill your recruitment needs. Simply call us on 01772 954200 to get started with us today.
What We Offer.
- Extensive talent pool of diverse, adaptable and forward thinking professionals
- Unique understanding of Corporate Functions and Business Support recruitment in the public sector
- Bespoke search strategies in alignment with your recruitment needs
- Comprehensive process to reduce time to hire
- Pride in building long term relationships with hundreds of Local Authorities
- Proven success in recruiting across a broad spectrum of Corporate Functions and Business Support jobs including senior appointments and difficult to fill roles
- Fully compliant contractors for the public sector
Typical Corporate Functions & Business Support Jobs We Recruit For.
Business Support Officers
A Business Support Officer provides administrative and operational support to a business or organisation. They play a crucial role in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations by handling various administrative tasks and assisting with day-to-day activities.
Executive Support Officers
An Executive Support Officer provides high-level administrative support to executives, senior managers, or top-level management within an organisation. They play a crucial role in assisting executives with their day-to-day responsibilities and ensuring the smooth functioning of executive operations.
Customer Service Advisors
A Customer Service Advisor is employed to build and maintain a positive relationship with customers and to provide them with guidance and advice. The responsibilities of a Customer Service Advisor is to provide the customer with a positive experience.
PMO Coordinator/Assistants
PMO Coordinator/Assistants assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, organising project documentation, maintaining project files, and providing general support to the PMO team.
Project Coordinators (PMO)
Project Coordinators support Project Managers in the planning, coordination, and execution of projects. This may involve tracking project progress, managing project documentation, facilitating communication among project stakeholders, and assisting with project reporting.
Project Analysts (PMO)
Project Analysts analyse project data, perform data analysis, and generate reports to support project decision-making. Project Analysts may track project metrics, monitor project performance, and provide insights and recommendations to improve project outcomes.
Project Planner/Schedulers (PMO)
Project Planner/Schedulers develop project plans, timelines, and schedules. Project Planners/Schedulers work closely with Project Managers to ensure that projects are properly planned, resources are allocated appropriately, and project milestones are met.
PMO Managers
PMO Managers lead and manage the PMO function within an organisation. PMO Managers are responsible for establishing and maintaining PMO processes, methodologies, and standards. They oversee project portfolios, provide guidance and support to project teams, and contribute to strategic project planning and decision-making.
Portfolio Managers (PMO)
Portfolio Managers manage the organisation's portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and resource allocation. Portfolio Managers assess project proposals, monitor project progress and performance, and make recommendations for portfolio optimisation.
Governance and Compliance Specialists (PMO)
Governance and Compliance Specialists ensure adherence to project management frameworks, policies, and standards. Governance and Compliance Specialists work closely with project teams to ensure compliance with regulations, industry standards, and organisational guidelines.
Service Leads
A Service Lead oversees and manages a specific service or department within a Local Authority. They are responsible for leading the delivery of services to the local community, ensuring efficient operations, and achieving strategic objectives.
Communications Manager
A Communications Manager is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies and managing internal and external communication activities for an organisation or Local Authority.
Communications Project Manager
A Communications Project Manager oversees and manages communication projects within an organisation or Local Authority. They are responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating communication initiatives to ensure effective communication strategies and messaging.
Marketing and Communications Manager
A Marketing and Communications Manager oversees and manages both marketing and communications activities. They play a crucial role in developing and implementing marketing and communication strategies to promote the organisation or Local Authorities products, services, or brand.
Communications Assistant
A Communications Assistant provides support to the communications team in executing various communication activities and initiatives. Communications Assistants assist in implementing communication strategies, managing communication channels, and ensuring effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Procurement Officers
A Procurement Officer is responsible for managing the procurement process within an organisation or Local Authority. They play a critical role in sourcing, evaluating, and procuring goods and services required for operations, while ensuring value for money and adherence to procurement policies and regulations.
Procurement Managers
A Procurement Manager oversees and manages the entire procurement process within an organisation or Local Authority. They play a critical role in developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the efficient and effective procurement of goods and services to meet the organisation's needs.
Head of Procurement
A Head of Procurement leads and oversees the procurement function within an organisation or Local Authority. They are responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing the procurement team, and ensuring the organisation's procurement activities are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with organisational goals.
Partnership Managers
A Partnership Manager is responsible for developing and managing partnerships and strategic alliances between organisations. They play a crucial role in identifying and establishing mutually beneficial collaborations to drive business growth, expand market reach, and achieve strategic objectives.
Programme Officers
A Programme Officer is responsible for supporting the planning, implementation, and coordination of programs or projects within an organisation or Local Authority. They work closely with Programme Managers or Project Leads to ensure successful execution and achievement of program objectives.
Programme Managers
A Programme Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing multiple related projects within an organisation or Local Authority. They play a crucial role in ensuring the successful delivery of the program's objectives, coordinating resources, and aligning project activities with strategic goals.
Contracts Managers
A Contracts Manager is a professional responsible for managing contracts within an organisation or Local Authority. They play a critical role in ensuring that contracts are properly drafted, negotiated, executed, and administered while managing the legal and financial aspects of the contracts.
Commissioning Managers
A Commissioning Manager oversees and manages the commissioning process for projects. They play a crucial role in ensuring that projects are successfully transitioned from the planning and design phase to the operational phase by coordinating and managing the commissioning activities.
Transformation and Project Managers
A Transformation and Project Manager specialises in managing transformational projects within an organisation or Local Authority. They play a critical role in driving organisational change, implementing strategic initiatives, and managing complex projects that involve significant transformational efforts.
Data Analysts
A Data Analyst analyses and interprets complex data sets to extract insights and inform decision-making within an organisation or Local Authority. They use various tools, techniques, and statistical methods to uncover patterns, trends, and relationships in data, and translate those findings into actionable information.
Business Analysts
A Business Analyst helps organisations or Local Authorities identify, analyse, and solve business problems and improve processes. They work closely with stakeholders, including business managers, users, and technical teams, to understand business needs and requirements, and translate them into actionable solutions.
Communications Officer
A Communications Officer is responsible for implementing communication strategies, managing communication channels, and executing communication activities on behalf of an organisation or Local Authority.
NHS Call Handlers
NHS Call Handlers take important phone calls that come in from the public when a person is in need of medical assistance. An NHS Call Handler must effectively assess a patient's condition and location, log information onto a computer system and allocate the right help to them.
Project Managers
A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing all aspects of a project from initiation to completion. They play a central role in ensuring the successful delivery of project objectives while managing resources, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.
Policy and Scrutiny Specialists
A Policy and Scrutiny Specialist specialises in policy development, analysis, and scrutiny within an organisation or Local Authority. They play a critical role in shaping organisational policies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing expertise in policy-related matters.
Medical Secretaries & Administrators
The responsibilities of a Medical Secretary include taking important phone calls, managing the diaries of medical personnel, ordering office supplies and taking minutes in important meetings. Day to day tasks are administration based and take place to help a hospital or medical facility run smoothly.
Executive / Personal Assistants (Admin)
An Executive Assistant is responsible for helping a Manager or Executive organise their meetings, appointments, travel and accommodation arrangements. They are employed to help a Manager or Executive with their day to day responsibilities and hitting their important deadlines and targets.
NHS Customer Service Advisor
An NHS Call Handler is a crucial role within the UK healthcare system. NHS Call Handlers are responsible for answering incoming calls from patients and directing them to the appropriate medical services.
TESTIMONIALS
What Our Clients Say.
I was impressed with our consultant because he seemed to understand our requirements and managed to sift good high quality CVs which met the criteria we needed. Other agencies which we used didn’t sift and sent us inappropriate CVs which wasted ours and the candidates time.Director of Procurement
Over the years, Spencer Clarke Group has helped us with very specific roles with a good level of success. This agency has always been extremely professional, proactive and responsive which has helped us to build an extremely good working relationship. Spencer Clarke Group has had a positive impact on our business and they are always happy to help us with anything we need.Head of Commissioning
My consultant worked hard to get the relationship off the ground from the first contact we had. He understood the needs of the service and he was able to deliver a significant boost to our candidate pool in what was initially a short period of time.Associate Director of Digital Transformation
My experience with Spencer Clarke Group was very good. My consultant worked very quickly and found us well skilled tradespeople in a matter of days. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.Site Manager
Areas We Specialise In.
- Finance
- Operations
- Transformation & Change
- Service Leadership
- Communications & Marketing
- IT
- Senior Appointments
Searching for diverse and qualified talent to support your team? Give us a call on 01772 954200 to discuss your talent acquisition needs and how we can help.