Job Description

Interviews will be held 2nd February 2026

We may conduct our interviews in person or using Microsoft Teams for video calling. All you need is a device with a camera and access to the internet. We will provide guidance and instructions on how to use this method if your interview is being held virtually.

We are a disability confident leader and we support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process - for more information click important-information-for-applicants (north-ayrshire.gov.uk)

The Business Planning Team plays a key role in supporting governance, budgeting, and strategic planning within Housing Services. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality services that make a real difference to our communities. As a Business Planning Officer, you will provide vital support in financial monitoring, data analysis, and reporting, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and helping the team achieve key performance targets. You’ll work collaboratively with colleagues across the service, assisting with budget administration, and service improvement projects. If you have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and enjoy problem-solving in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

For more details see the attached Role Profile below.

Before you apply, find out a little bit about us and why we are a Great Place to Work.

North Ayrshire Council uses behavioural based approach throughout the recruitment process. Our staff values of Focus, Passion & Inspiration will be explored for this vacancy.

Further information on our Staff Values and how to complete behaviour based application form questions is available on the Staff values and behaviours (north-ayrshire.gov.uk).

For your information if this post requires references you will be notified of further details if you are successful in gaining an interview. Not providing relevant references when requested may delay the outcome of the interview process.

Level 1 Disclosure

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a Level 1 Disclosure check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made by North Ayrshire Council. Please note: Successful candidates will be expected to meet the cost of the Level 1 Disclosure Check of £25 which will be deducted from your salary following the commencement of employment. For further information on the Disclosure Scheme please visit https://www.mygov.scot/organisations/disclosure-scotland/. For further details on North Ayrshire Council’s policy please visit Pre-employment checks (north-ayrshire.gov.uk).

Our Workstyles

As an employer of choice, North Ayrshire Council has identified four different Workstyles. Each post in the council has been allocated one of these styles:

Agile – 100% of time spent working agile (flexibly) and interacting with others. Able to work at home, office or multiple locations.  May be required to attend office on set days/rota basis as the role requires.

This post has been allocated the workstyle: Agile

More information on our workstyles can be found in our  HR Guide - Workstyles (north-ayrshire.gov.uk).  .  If you have any questions on the allocated Workstyle for this post, please ask at interview.