Planning Support Officer (full-time)

North West Leicestershire has lots going on in terms of development in the district and we need another Planning Support Officer to help with the administration work of our busy Planning and Enforcement Team.

The job is a technical administration role and involves the use of specialist IT systems to scan and record information that relates to planning applications, the preparation of documents for our Planning Committee meetings and to act as the first point of contact for the team by dealing with customer queries on planning matters.

The district is varied and includes both urban and rural areas within the National Forest and Charnwood Forest, providing you with the opportunity to be involved with varying types of planning matters to help you develop your skills and experience. Ideally, we are looking for someone with previous experience of working in an administration role and using bespoke IT software packages.

You also need to be customer-focused and an effective team member. To find out more please contact Dylan Jones (Team Manager) on 01530 490138 or by email to [email protected]

• 36.25 hrs per week with an annual salary of £23,500 to £23,893pa (pay award pending)

• Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working

• 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years

• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with approx. 25% employer's contribution

• Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

• Continued training and development opportunities If you would like to download the full job pack, please click on the link under attachments. You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers

Applications must be made using the on-line application process.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Closing Date: Sunday 12th May 2024