Principal CIL S106 Infrastructure Officer

Brent Council; Wembley; Hybrid; GBP 52,194 - 58,461; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 33 days annual leave

Excellent pension with employer contributions

Hybrid and flexible working options

Health and wellbeing support

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Brent Council is looking for a highly motivated individual to join the Infrastructure Planning Team. The role involves supervising staff and managing contributions related to infrastructure planning. The successful candidate will have experience in this area, knowledge of s106 and CIL legislation, and a passion for aiding community regeneration. Benefits include up to 33 days annual leave, excellent pension provisions, and opportunities for hybrid work. This position is pivotal in ensuring the borough's development aligns with local priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience of infrastructure planning and supervising staff.
• Comprehensive knowledge of s106 and CIL legislation.
• A positive can-do attitude with creativity in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Supervise career grade officers and manage CIL income.
• Provide advice on s106 obligations and CIL.
• Contribute to new Infrastructure Delivery Plan.

Skills

Infrastructure planning

Supervising staff

Knowledge of s106 and CIL

Problem-solving

Job description

Salary range: £52,194 - £58,461 p.a. inc. London weighting.

Contract: Permanent.

Hours of work: 36 hours per week.

Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time.

The Post

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join a dynamic and growing Infrastructure Planning Team in a borough with an ambitious programme for regeneration and growth. This role will ensure regeneration and growth in the borough is delivered in line with Brent’s Local Plan and Borough Plan priorities through the planning and provision of infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise career grade officers and lead collection and processing of CIL income and s106 financial and non‑financial contributions.
• Provide advice to colleagues and applicants on s106 obligations, CIL, infrastructure, planning applications and pre‑application enquiries.
• Establish and improve effective S106 and CIL processes, reconcile s106 and CIL accounts, and transfer MCIL collected on behalf of the Mayor of London.
• Contribute to a new Infrastructure Delivery Plan to better prioritise and deploy S106, CIL and other capital investment, delivering infrastructure that supports development and growth for new and existing communities.

Qualifications and Skills

• Passion and enthusiasm for infrastructure planning, a track record of delivery, and a desire to help Brent’s diverse communities benefit from regeneration and growth.
• Experience of infrastructure planning and supervising staff, comprehensive knowledge of s106 and CIL legislation and regulations, infrastructure planning policy and issues, and partnership working between the public and private sector.
• A positive can‑do attitude, initiative, creativity in problem‑solving and planning, and experience in collecting and investing s106 and CIL.

Benefits

• Up to 33 days annual leave (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays.
• Excellent pension with generous employer contributions (LGPS).
• Hybrid and flexible working options available for most roles.
• Supportive family‑friendly policies for parents, guardians, and carers.
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to eye test support and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial support such as education sessions, childcare deposit loans, and season ticket loans.
• Travel perks including affordable parking nearby, a Cycle to Work scheme, and great onsite facilities.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Access to My Brent Rewards with exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, leisure, and entertainment.

Closing Date

This is a rolling campaign; applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis as they are received.