Planning Infrastructure Monitoring Assistant – 6 Month Contract

Summary

Key Responsibilities

Section 106 Administration

• Manage the Section 106 scoping process.
  
• Consult with stakeholders regarding planning obligations.
  
• Record and monitor responses from consultees.
  
• Collaborate with Planning Officers and Legal Officers to secure agreements timely.
  
• Maintain accurate records of Section 106 obligations and agreements.
  

Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)

• Assist with the administration and management of the CIL process.
  
• Assess planning applications for CIL charge liability.
  
• Calculate CIL liabilities and issue notices.
  
• Act as the Council's Collection Officer for CIL-related documentation.
  
• Manage exemption applications and assess eligibility per Council policies and CIL regulations.
  
• Apply surcharges and late payment interest as appropriate.
  

Monitoring & Compliance

• Monitor compliance with Section 106 Agreements and CIL obligations.
  
• Maintain accurate databases and monitoring systems.
  
• Track payments, triggers, obligations, and compliance requirements.
  
• Identify breaches of planning obligations and report to relevant officers.
  

Reporting & Data Management

• Produce reports and data summaries on developer contributions.
  
• Provide information for the Annual Infrastructure Funding Statement.
  
• Maintain accurate records and audit trails.
  
• Support performance monitoring and service reporting requirements.
  

Appeals & Legal Support

• Prepare Statements of Case for CIL appeals.
  
• Support legal and planning teams in appeals, enforcement actions, and compliance matters.
  
• Provide evidence and supporting documentation as required.
  

Stakeholder Management

• Respond to enquiries from Councillors, Parish Councils, developers, solicitors, planning consultants, members of the public, and internal council services.
  
• Provide guidance on Section 106 Agreements, CIL obligations, and planning conditions.
  

Freedom of Information & Enquiries

• Respond to Freedom of Information requests related to Section 106 and CIL matters.
  
• Address enquiries concerning planning obligations, conditions, and infrastructure contributions.
  
• Ensure accurate and timely responses.
  

Legislative & Policy Compliance

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of CIL Regulations, Section 106 Planning Obligations, Planning Legislation, Local Planning Policies, and Data Protection Requirements.
  
• Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation and professional standards.
  

Essential

• Experience in Planning, Development Management, Infrastructure Planning, or a Local Authority environment.
  
• Knowledge of Section 106 Agreements and CIL processes.
  
• Experience managing databases and maintaining accurate records.
  
• Strong administrative, analytical, and organizational skills.
  
• Experience dealing with developers, solicitors, planning officers, and stakeholders.
  
• Ability to interpret legislation, policies, and planning obligations.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  

Desirable

• Previous Local Authority planning experience.
  
• Experience administering or monitoring Section 106 Agreements.
  
• Experience with CIL processes.
  
• Knowledge of Planning Enforcement and Development Management procedures.
  
• Experience preparing data reports and funding statements.
  

Additional Information

• Job Title: Planning Infrastructure Monitoring Assistant
  
• Location: Basingstoke
  
• Contract Length: 6 Months
  
• Full-Time Hours
  
• Hybrid Working: 3 Days Office-Based and 2 Days Remote
  
• Rate: £22.20 per hour (Umbrella)
  
• Pay: Bi-weekly
  
• Previous Local Authority planning experience is highly desirable
  
• Experience with Section 106 Agreements and CIL is highly desirable
  
• Strong administrative, monitoring, and stakeholder management skills are essential