S106 and Community Infrastructure Levy Officer

5 Star Recruitment; Taunton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset Council is seeking a S106 and Community Infrastructure Levy Officer to monitor and manage s106 agreements and CIL payments, ensuring that developments contribute to sustainable communities aligned with local plans. The role coordinates with developers, internal teams and stakeholders to report on contributions and guide fund allocation.

The post requires experience with s106/CIL processes, planning act knowledge, and strong data reporting abilities to support transparent decision-making

Qualifications

• Experience managing s106 and CIL processes.
• Degree in Planning, Law, or related field.
• Knowledge of Town and Country Planning Act and local government planning processes.
• Experience with financial calculations and reporting.
• Experience with contracts and legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage the process of securing s106 contributions and CIL payments.
• Monitor compliance with s106 and CIL requirements.
• Liaise with developers, legal teams, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate the allocation and expenditure of s106 and CIL funds.
• Prepare reports on s106 and CIL contributions and their impact.
• Ensure transparency and accountability in the management of funds.
• Provide guidance on s106 and CIL-related queries to internal and external parties.
• Develop and maintain a database of s106 agreements and CIL payments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess infrastructure needs.
• Facilitate community consultation processes regarding the use of funds.
• Prepare and review guidance notes and policies to clarify how the Councils CIL and s106 processes operate.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Data analysis

Reporting

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Financial management

Education

Degree in Planning/Law

Tools

Exacom PO Monitor

Planning Systems

Job description

S106 and Community Infrastructure Levy Officer

About the job S106 and Community Infrastructure Levy Officer

The s106 and CIL Officer is part of Somerset Council Planning service, tasked with monitoring the effective management and implementation of Section 106 (s106) agreements and the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). The postholder ensures that developments contribute to the creation of sustainable communities through strategic planning and distribution of funds for infrastructure. The officer liaises with developers, stakeholders, and internal teams to monitor compliance, coordinate payments, and report on the impact of s106 and CIL contributions. They play a crucial role in planning and community engagement, ensuring that the infrastructure needs of the community are met in line with local development plans.

Accountabilities

• Manage the process of securing s106 contributions and CIL payments.
• Monitor compliance with s106 and CIL requirements.
• Liaise with developers, legal teams, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate the allocation and expenditure of s106 and CIL funds.
• Prepare reports on s106 and CIL contributions and their impact.
• Ensure transparency and accountability in the management of funds.
• Provide guidance on s106 and CIL-related queries to internal and external parties.
• Develop and maintain a database of s106 agreements and CIL payments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess infrastructure needs.
• Facilitate community consultation processes regarding the use of funds.
• Prepare and review guidance notes and policies to clarify how the Councils CIL and s106 processes operate.

Knowledge / Experience / Skills

Knowledge

• Understanding of the Town and Country Planning Act
• Knowledge of local government planning processes
• Familiarity with s106 agreements and CIL regulations
• Working with Exacom Planning Obligations Monitoring System
• Working with Development Management Planning Systems
• Knowledge of financial management principles

Experience

• Experience in managing s106 agreements and CIL processes
• Background in planning or related field
• Working on detailed financial calculations
• Experience of working with legal documents and contracts
• Working with local councillors and/or community groups to deliver community infrastructure
• Experience with database management and reporting

Qualifications or Relevant Experience

Degree in Planning, Law, or relevant experience in a related field

Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Proficiency in financial and project management
• Ability to interpret and apply planning law
• Skills in data analysis and reporting
• Competence in stakeholder management
• Aptitude for strategic thinking and problem-solving