Developer Contributions Officer - Castle Point Borough Council

Developer Contributions Officer - Castle Point Borough Council

Castle Point Borough Council

Permanent, Full Time

£37,035 - £40,476 per annum

Location: Castle Point

Closing Date: 31st August 2025

Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising the role of Developer Contributions Officer on behalf of Castle Point Borough Council. To see full job advert and apply, please click HERE.

Are you ready to make a real impact in shaping the future of our communities?

Castle Point Borough Council is seeking a dynamic and detail-driven Developer Contributions Officer to help us deliver vital infrastructure and environmental improvements through effective management of developer contributions.

In this exciting and varied role, you’ll be at the heart of planning and development, ensuring that contributions from developers are accurately calculated, collected, and allocated - such as;

• Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL),
• Section 106 (S106),
• Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG),
• Building Safety Levy (BSL), 
• Recreational Disturbance Avoidance and Mitigation Strategy (RAMS)

You’ll put in place new and manage existing electronic systems, monitor compliance, and support infrastructure projects that directly benefit our residents.

We are entering an exciting period and need a committed and enthusiastic individual, who enjoys a challenge, to assist the Council in maintaining its reputation for high quality service and delivering a pro-active service.

You’ll also:

• Administer and monitor legal agreements and financial contributions
• Provide technical and administrative support across planning processes
• Prepare responses for planning and enforcement appeals
• Contribute to the annual Infrastructure Funding Statement
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure contributions meet community needs

Key Skills and abilities

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for influencing and building relationships
• Analytical skills to interpret complex data, legislation, and information
• Initiative and time management to handle a varied caseload independently
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make reasoned decisions
• Proficiency in IT systems, including Microsoft 365 and Idox Uniform
• Ability to conduct planning history searches and detailed checks
• Full valid UK driving licence (for site visits)
• Willingness to attend off-site and evening meetings/events
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and council policies
• Alignment with council values: Trust, Respect, Improving & Learning, Customer Focus

Experience

• Previous practical experience working within planning, finance, financial administration is desirable.
• Experience with planning applications (local authority or private sector)
• Experience engaging with and maintaining stakeholder relationships
• Experience managing overlapping projects or programmes
• Familiarity with local authority financial procedures and procurement rules
• Experience applying regulations to ensure legally sound outcomes
• Experience handling legal agreements and legislation
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and Access Database

• Advanced knowledge of planning legislation (Town and Country Planning Act, BNG, BSL, CIL Regulations) is desirable

Qualifications

Applicants must hold both a GCSE or equivalent, in Maths and English at Grade C (Grade 4) and above.

Applicants must hold a full valid UK driving licence (for site visits).

Not only is this a great role for the right candidate but you also get some great benefits including:

• 27 days Annual leave
• FREE Gym membership
• Flexi-time 
• Payment of one relevant professional subscription
• Funded work related training and development courses

For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Recruiting manager – Stephen Garner, Assistant Director for Development Services by phone (01268 882351) or by email (SGarner@castlepoint.gov.uk).

The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.

Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus

Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

How to apply: This role is being advertised on behalf of Castle Point Borough Council therefore all applications must be submitted via the Castle Point Borough Council website. Please note any applications submitted via the Working for Essex ‘apply’ button will be advised to reapply via the Castle Point Borough Council website.

Please click the link to apply HERE.