Hybrid S106 & CIL Funding Officer

Somerset Council; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

LGPS pension

Health & wellbeing support

Paid volunteering opportunities

28 days annual leave

Job summary

Somerset County Council in Taunton is seeking a S106 & CIL Officer to manage planning contributions and ensure funding supports local infrastructure. You will monitor s106 agreements, oversee CIL payments and prepare clear reports on use and impact, working with developers, legal teams and internal stakeholders.

The role requires knowledge of planning legislation, s106 and CIL processes, and a degree in Planning or Law.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of planning legislation, s106 agreements and CIL.
• Experience managing s106 and CIL processes in planning or a related field.
• Degree in Planning, Law, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Good financial, analytical and reporting skills.
• Ability to interpret planning law, solve problems and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage s106 contributions and CIL payments, ensuring requirements are met.
• Coordinate the allocation and use of s106 and CIL funding to support local infrastructure.
• Work with developers, legal teams, colleagues and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of agreements, payments and expenditure.
• Prepare reports showing how developer contributions are being used and their impact.
• Provide clear advice and guidance on s106 and CIL processes.
• Work with stakeholders and communities to understand infrastructure needs and priorities.
• Help develop and review guidance and policies to keep the Council’s s106 and CIL processes clear and transparent.

Skills

Planning law

S106 & CIL

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Planning/Law

Job description

Somerset County Council in Taunton is seeking a S106 & CIL Officer to manage planning contributions and ensure funding supports local infrastructure. You will monitor s106 agreements, oversee CIL payments and prepare clear reports on use and impact, working with developers, legal teams and internal stakeholders.

The role requires knowledge of planning legislation, s106 and CIL processes, and a degree in Planning or Law.