Job Introduction
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person who will work as part of a team to assist in the collection and delivery of developer contributions. Developer contributions secured by Bradford Council are then used to improve, enhance and deliver infrastructure across the district. Such infrastructure can include new roads, new play and recreation areas, increasing education places by extending existing schools, promoting sustainable travel through the use of public transport or electric vehicles and the provision of new public realm.
As Support Officer (Developer Contributions) you will support the Planning Obligations Monitoring Officer to ensure the collection and compliance of developer contributions secured through Section 106 Agreements, the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and under the Habitat Regulations in a timely and accurate manner.
This is an exciting time for Bradford Council as we are seeing major investment in our transport infrastructure, including rail, tram, bus, cycling and urban realm in partnership with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. Working within the team responsible for helping to deliver this investment, this role will ensure the accurate and timely delivery of both financial and non-financial developer contributions secured at the time of grant of planning permission.
The varied workload will include:
- Accurately maintaining the Uniform database to ensure all records are accurate and up to date
- Responsibility for the daily monitoring of developments
- Issuing documentation regarding the confirmation of payments to be made and also raising requests for payments due
- Assisting in collating information for annual reports, including the Infrastructure Funding Statement
You will be able to converse verbally and in writing with council staff, partners, the public and elected Members. You will also need to have the ability to understand and interpret council policies (particularly regarding planning and financial issues).
The candidate needs a minimum of GCSE Maths and English at Grades A-C/9-4 as well as basic/ working knowledge of financial systems.
A good standard of IT literacy of Microsoft Office programs is required including the ability to produce spread sheets and written reports.
Appropriate additional training will be offered where necessary.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact Kate Lawson on 01274 434604 or email kate.lawson@bradford.gov.uk.
Employee Offer
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Equal Opportunities
We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.
The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.
