Business Support Officer – Planning Service
Salary: £24,847 - £27,309 per annum (pay award pending), starting salary dependent on qualifications and experience.
Employment: Full time, Permanent; also 18‑month Temporary role available.
Location: Bexhill on Sea, Rother District Council.
Responsibilities
* Register planning applications in the IT system and notify local residents/businesses that an application has been received.
* Scan, administer and validate planning applications to ensure all required information is provided for Planning Officers’ assessment.
* Handle general administrative duties related to Planning appeals, including registration and communication with relevant parties.
* Perform administrative duties within the Land Charge Service, such as registering new Land Charge searches and recording information.
* Support Planning Enforcement administrative tasks.
Key Skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong numerical abilities.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
* Proficient IT skills.
* Capability to work with electronic and paper maps and plans (training provided).
* High level of attention to detail.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays.
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements.
* Clear career pathway and ongoing professional development opportunities.
* Various staff benefits to support wellbeing and wellbeing.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and community sectors.
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