Planning Administrator

I am currently partnering with a Norfolk-based Local Authority with an excellent reputation, who are looking for an experienced Planning Administrator to join their Planning team on an interim basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy and supportive team, providing essential administrative support to the planning service. The authority offers fully remote working, flexible hours, and is open to both full-time and part-time applicants, making it ideal for experienced planning administrators seeking a flexible contract.

The Role

The successful candidate will provide administrative support across the Planning department, helping to ensure applications and planning records are processed accurately and efficiently. You'll play a key role in supporting planning officers and maintaining the smooth running of the service.

The Responsibilities

• Process and administer planning applications from receipt through to determination.
• Maintain and update planning records and databases.
• Manage correspondence and enquiries from applicants, agents and members of the public.
• Upload and maintain planning documents on the authority's systems.
• Ensure planning information is recorded accurately and in line with statutory requirements.
• Provide general administrative support across the Planning team.

Experience Needed

• Previous experience working within a Local Authority Planning department.
• Essential experience using both Idox and Uniform systems.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage competing priorities.

What's on Offer

• Excellent rates of pay between £25-£30 per hour.
• Fully remote working arrangements.
• Flexible hours with part-time applicants encouraged to apply.
• Opportunity to join a well-respected Norfolk Local Authority.
• Supportive team environment with an immediate start available.