Levy & Revenue Officer - Hybrid (Fixed-Term)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Normanton on Trent; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Hybrid working opportunities

LGPS pension

Life assurance (3x salary)

On-site day nursery (Ofsted)

Job summary

Reading Borough Council is seeking a skilled administrator to support the planning policy team with statutory development levy administration, including the Building Safety Levy. You will determine levy liability, issue notices, and maintain records while interacting with developers, government bodies and internal teams.

The role requires strong numeracy, attention to detail and proficient use of Microsoft Office. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and a 23-month fixed term contract.

Qualifications

• Administrative experience, preferably in local government or the public sector.
• Experience of financial processes such as invoicing, reconciliations, fee calculations or payment recording.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and ongoing administration of statutory development levies, including the Building Safety Levy.
• Determine levy liability and chargeability, issue notices and maintain accurate records.
• Record payments, process financial information and produce payment certificates.
• Check levy submissions, calculations and exemptions.
• Support review and refund processes where required.
• Prepare management information returns and revenue reports.
• Liaise with developers, agents, government bodies and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate electronic and financial records in line with data protection requirements.

Skills

Administrative

Attention to detail

Communication

Numeracy

Data interpretation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reading Borough Council is seeking a skilled administrator to support the planning policy team with statutory development levy administration, including the Building Safety Levy. You will determine levy liability, issue notices, and maintain records while interacting with developers, government bodies and internal teams.

The role requires strong numeracy, attention to detail and proficient use of Microsoft Office. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and a 23-month fixed term contract.