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We are an award-winning planning, development, and ecology consultancy providing bespoke, commercially sound advice to a wide range of private clients. Our work is primarily focused on residential planning, with a portfolio that spans the full spectrum of development projects - from large-scale schemes with national house builders to smaller, unique domestic projects. The team specialises in coordinating project teams, shaping development proposals, and building strong relationships with local planning authorities to secure planning permission. With projects across Bedfordshire, Greater London, the Southeast, and beyond, we are known for our commercial insight, problem-solving ability, and the trusted relationships we maintain with our clients. As a small, friendly team, we offer an enjoyable and supportive working environment. Team members benefit from direct access to clients and projects, which creates excellent opportunities for professional development. Career progression is actively encouraged and supported. The Role Building on your strong policy knowledge in Local Plan representations and strategic land promotion, you will work closely with colleagues in the Land and Planning departments to identify sites for residential and mixed-use development, taking into account both technical and planning considerations. Previous experience in local plans or policy is desirable. You will liaise with landowners to assess the planning potential of their sites, preparing appraisals to inform planning strategies. You will also engage with developers to provide planning input during site acquisition and sales processes. Depending on your experience and training, you may also support senior planning colleagues with Development Management work, either linked to a strategic site or other planning projects across the business. You will receive training in the administrative aspects of consultancy work (such as managing client enquiries, preparing Confirmation of Instructions, time recording, and invoicing) and will also be encouraged to gain experience in related areas, including ecology. Strategic Planning Main Duties and Responsibilities: Assisting senior colleagues in the Planning and Land departments with: Site Searches Selecting locations strategically, considering factors such as 5-year land supply, Green Belt, and market values. Identifying potential sites based on technical and planning constraints. Researching Local Plans, SHLAAs, and Neighbourhood Plans. Contacting landowners or their representatives. Monitoring Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plan preparation to identify key consultation stages. Networking Meeting with developers and maintaining a database of site requirements. Engaging with agents and identifying potential landowners (private, public, and corporate). Development Appraisals Development Management (as required) Main Duties and Responsibilities: Supporting senior planning colleagues with: Reviewing enquiry details and preparing responses. Preparing fee proposals during the enquiry process. Preparing and submitting planning applications, pre-application schemes, and appeals. Conducting site appraisals and policy reviews. Checking documents and reports for accuracy, compliance, and alignment with project strategy. Analysis and research related to Local Plan or policy preparation. Coordinating other consultants and obtaining fee quotes. Conducting photographic surveys during site visits. Advising colleagues on planning procedural changes, legislation, and their implications. Assisting with public consultations, including preparing materials and attending events. Monitoring planning applications and liaising with Case Officers for updates. Gathering and analysing data for project assessments. Attending meetings with clients, stakeholders, Parish Councils, and Planning Committees, with responsibility for note-taking. Supporting general administration tasks such as filing, document preparation, and database management. Managing your workload effectively on a weekly basis. Developing technical knowledge and understanding of planning and environmental law. Working towards professional qualifications and undertaking ongoing training.
We are an award-winning planning, development, and ecology consultancy providing bespoke, commercially sound advice to a wide range of private clients. Our work is primarily focused on residential planning, with a portfolio that spans the full spectrum of development projects - from large-scale schemes with national house builders to smaller, unique domestic projects. The team specialises in coordinating project teams, shaping development proposals, and building strong relationships with local planning authorities to secure planning permission. With projects across Bedfordshire, Greater London, the Southeast, and beyond, we are known for our commercial insight, problem-solving ability, and the trusted relationships we maintain with our clients. As a small, friendly team, we offer an enjoyable and supportive working environment. Team members benefit from direct access to clients and projects, which creates excellent opportunities for professional development. Career progression is actively encouraged and supported. The Role Building on your strong policy knowledge in Local Plan representations and strategic land promotion, you will work closely with colleagues in the Land and Planning departments to identify sites for residential and mixed-use development, taking into account both technical and planning considerations. Previous experience in local plans or policy is desirable. You will liaise with landowners to assess the planning potential of their sites, preparing appraisals to inform planning strategies. You will also engage with developers to provide planning input during site acquisition and sales processes. Depending on your experience and training, you may also support senior planning colleagues with Development Management work, either linked to a strategic site or other planning projects across the business. You will receive training in the administrative aspects of consultancy work (such as managing client enquiries, preparing Confirmation of Instructions, time recording, and invoicing) and will also be encouraged to gain experience in related areas, including ecology. Strategic Planning Main Duties and Responsibilities: Assisting senior colleagues in the Planning and Land departments with: Site Searches Selecting locations strategically, considering factors such as 5-year land supply, Green Belt, and market values. Identifying potential sites based on technical and planning constraints. Researching Local Plans, SHLAAs, and Neighbourhood Plans. Contacting landowners or their representatives. Monitoring Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plan preparation to identify key consultation stages. Networking Meeting with developers and maintaining a database of site requirements. Engaging with agents and identifying potential landowners (private, public, and corporate). Development Appraisals Development Management (as required) Main Duties and Responsibilities: Supporting senior planning colleagues with: Reviewing enquiry details and preparing responses. Preparing fee proposals during the enquiry process. Preparing and submitting planning applications, pre-application schemes, and appeals. Conducting site appraisals and policy reviews. Checking documents and reports for accuracy, compliance, and alignment with project strategy. Analysis and research related to Local Plan or policy preparation. Coordinating other consultants and obtaining fee quotes. Conducting photographic surveys during site visits. Advising colleagues on planning procedural changes, legislation, and their implications. Assisting with public consultations, including preparing materials and attending events. Monitoring planning applications and liaising with Case Officers for updates. Gathering and analysing data for project assessments. Attending meetings with clients, stakeholders, Parish Councils, and Planning Committees, with responsibility for note-taking. Supporting general administration tasks such as filing, document preparation, and database management. Managing your workload effectively on a weekly basis. Developing technical knowledge and understanding of planning and environmental law. Working towards professional qualifications and undertaking ongoing training.
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Revenues & Benefits Quality Assurance Officer Location: High Street, Esher, KT10 9SD Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay rate: £ 21.89 per hour Job Ref: OR11666 Main Purpose of the Role To assist the Quality Assurance Manager in providing Quality Assurance in Benefits and Local Taxation. This will include property inspection, benefit appeals, review of benefit assessment, and provision of training to Customer Services on policy interpretation, particularly benefit claims. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Maintain a good knowledge of relevant legislation and court cases related to the Benefits and Local Taxation function of a Local Authority. Utilize good communication and negotiation skills to handle difficult situations tactfully and assertively. Possess good IT skills, with previous experience using Revenues and Benefits software (preferably Academy) being advantageous. Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with the Quality Assurance of Housing Benefits and Local Taxation. Conduct property inspections for Council Tax and Business Rates to ensure the accuracy of the Council tax database. Prepare information for and represent the Authority at Tribunals. Respond to complaints and attend valuation tribunals. Implement process changes and provide training on Benefits and Local Taxation to officers within the customer services team, including benefit assessors. Conduct and Expectations We expect the highest standards of conduct from our employees, and at all times you must carry out your duties with integrity and in accordance with the Code of Conduct for employees. Equal Opportunities We have a strong commitment to achieving equality of opportunity and expect all employees to implement and promote our policy in their own work. Health and Safety We are committed to a healthy and safe working environment and expect all employees to implement and promote its policy in all aspects of their work. Data Protection and Confidentiality You will have regard for the duty of care owed to personal data and sensitive personal data, ensuring adherence to the Data Protection Act and the Council s Information Security Policy. We are committed to maintaining the privacy of all staff and customers, expecting all staff to handle personal information sensitively and professionally. Talent Development We have a talent development programme that includes regular one-to-ones, mid-year reviews, end-of-year performance reviews, and a strong and varied learning and development programme. You will be expected to get involved in this talent programme to ensure you are performing at the highest level. Person Specification Please read the details carefully before completing your application form. This form lists the essential requirements needed for the job. Your application will be considered based on the essential knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience required for the job, and candidates will be selected for interview on this basis. Education to GCSE, O Level or equivalent. Familiarity with a computerised system and updating records in a live environment. Experience working with legislative/administrative or other rules/regulations and interpreting these in individual circumstances. Experience working with a wide range of complex data and adapting its presentation for different audiences. Experience working in a Quality Assurance or equivalent environment (desirable). Ability to deal diplomatically, build, and maintain relationships with internal and external customers. Knowledge of Local Taxation or Housing Benefit (desirable). Ability to use own initiative to identify and source information. Ability to effectively manage one's own work, ensuring a high standard of professional competence and accuracy, and that targets are met. Organized and able to maintain clear, accurate records of information sources. Use of Microsoft Office to an intermediate standard, particularly Excel. Special Requirements Access to a suitable vehicle. A Basic DBS disclosure is required for this position. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Revenues & Benefits Quality Assurance Officer Location: High Street, Esher, KT10 9SD Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay rate: £ 21.89 per hour Job Ref: OR11666 Main Purpose of the Role To assist the Quality Assurance Manager in providing Quality Assurance in Benefits and Local Taxation. This will include property inspection, benefit appeals, review of benefit assessment, and provision of training to Customer Services on policy interpretation, particularly benefit claims. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Maintain a good knowledge of relevant legislation and court cases related to the Benefits and Local Taxation function of a Local Authority. Utilize good communication and negotiation skills to handle difficult situations tactfully and assertively. Possess good IT skills, with previous experience using Revenues and Benefits software (preferably Academy) being advantageous. Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with the Quality Assurance of Housing Benefits and Local Taxation. Conduct property inspections for Council Tax and Business Rates to ensure the accuracy of the Council tax database. Prepare information for and represent the Authority at Tribunals. Respond to complaints and attend valuation tribunals. Implement process changes and provide training on Benefits and Local Taxation to officers within the customer services team, including benefit assessors. Conduct and Expectations We expect the highest standards of conduct from our employees, and at all times you must carry out your duties with integrity and in accordance with the Code of Conduct for employees. Equal Opportunities We have a strong commitment to achieving equality of opportunity and expect all employees to implement and promote our policy in their own work. Health and Safety We are committed to a healthy and safe working environment and expect all employees to implement and promote its policy in all aspects of their work. Data Protection and Confidentiality You will have regard for the duty of care owed to personal data and sensitive personal data, ensuring adherence to the Data Protection Act and the Council s Information Security Policy. We are committed to maintaining the privacy of all staff and customers, expecting all staff to handle personal information sensitively and professionally. Talent Development We have a talent development programme that includes regular one-to-ones, mid-year reviews, end-of-year performance reviews, and a strong and varied learning and development programme. You will be expected to get involved in this talent programme to ensure you are performing at the highest level. Person Specification Please read the details carefully before completing your application form. This form lists the essential requirements needed for the job. Your application will be considered based on the essential knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience required for the job, and candidates will be selected for interview on this basis. Education to GCSE, O Level or equivalent. Familiarity with a computerised system and updating records in a live environment. Experience working with legislative/administrative or other rules/regulations and interpreting these in individual circumstances. Experience working with a wide range of complex data and adapting its presentation for different audiences. Experience working in a Quality Assurance or equivalent environment (desirable). Ability to deal diplomatically, build, and maintain relationships with internal and external customers. Knowledge of Local Taxation or Housing Benefit (desirable). Ability to use own initiative to identify and source information. Ability to effectively manage one's own work, ensuring a high standard of professional competence and accuracy, and that targets are met. Organized and able to maintain clear, accurate records of information sources. Use of Microsoft Office to an intermediate standard, particularly Excel. Special Requirements Access to a suitable vehicle. A Basic DBS disclosure is required for this position. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
