️ Planning Assistant Location 9–21 Adelaide Street, Belfast, Antrim, BT2 8GD ⏳ Duration 11 weeks ⏰ Hours of Work 37 hours per week Pay Rate PAY: £12.65 per hour Main Purpose of the Role To provide administrative and technical support to the Planning Service within the Development Management team, assisting with the processing of planning applications and supporting efficient service delivery in line with statutory requirements and council procedures. ️ Key Duties and Responsibilities ️ Provide administrative support to Planning Officers and the wider Development Management team. Assist with the processing, validation, and monitoring of planning applications. Maintain accurate electronic and manual planning records and databases. Respond to routine enquiries from members of the public, applicants, and internal stakeholders. ✉️ Prepare and issue correspondence, notices, and documentation as required. Support the preparation of reports, schedules, and monitoring information. Liaise with internal departments and external agencies where necessary. ✅ Ensure work is carried out in line with planning legislation, council policies, and service standards.