CIL/S106 Officer

Working on behalf of a Local Authority, Aatom Recruitment has a new opportunity for a CIL/S106 Officer on a 3 months contract with a possibility of further extension.

Principal CIL/S106 Officer
Location: Hybrid – minimum two days in the office

About the Role

Council is seeking a dedicated Principal CIL/S106 Officer to play a pivotal role in managing and administering the governance of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) receipts and strategic Section 106 (S106) funds. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with legislation while delivering tangible benefits to the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of policy and expenditure governance processes for CIL receipts and strategic S106 funds.
• Provide expert advice on CIL and S106 monitoring matters to developers, councillors, council officers, and third-party providers.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and proactively engage in personal and professional development.
• Collaborate with service departments, infrastructure providers, neighborhood forums, and other organizations to govern the expenditure of CIL receipts.
• Produce accurate management information and respond to information requests or complaints within required deadlines.
• Monitor, analyze, and manage CIL and S106 funding and resources in compliance with legislation and council policies.
• Lead and implement independent projects or components of larger projects to drive team and organizational improvements.
• Uphold the council’s values and behaviors, supporting its corporate vision.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, policy, and procedural standards.

Working Pattern

Full-time, 36 hours per week
Monday to Friday, 9 am-5 pm

Hybrid working: Minimum two days in the office (Tuesday and one other day of your choice).
Reports to: IPD Programme Manager

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience with Exacom and Uniform software.
• Extensive knowledge of S106 agreements and Community Infrastructure Regulations.
• Strong numeracy skills and the ability to produce and analyze accurate data reports.
• Experience with historic S106 reconciliations and managing complex cases.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to liaise effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and make consistent, reasoned judgments.
• Demonstrated capability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications and other data analysis tools.
• A methodical, organized approach with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of town planning legislation.
• Professionalism in dealing with sensitive issues and the ability to maintain effective working relationships.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a self-motivated professional with a proven track record in managing CIL and S106 processes. The ideal candidate will have exceptional project management skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results for the community.

• Have you extensively used Exacom?
• Have you extensively used Uniform?
• Have you previously worked on directly or supported on historic S106 reconciliations?

If this sounds good to you so far, please apply for immediate contact or call us directly.

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