Validation/Technical Support Officer – Development Management; Town Planning
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
England, UK
Listing for:
Oyster
Remote/Work from Home
position
Listed on 2026-07-07
Job specializations:
-
Social Work
Government Administration
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 25 - 32 GBP Hourly
GBP
25.00
32.00
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Validation / Technical Support Officer – Development Management (Town Planning)
Validation / Technical Support Officer – Development Management (Town Planning)
Fully Remote | 6-Month Rolling Contract | Local Authority
We are currently supporting a Local Authority seeking an experienced Validation / Technical Support Officer to provide specialist administrative and technical support within their Planning and Development Management function.
This role requires an individual who can hit the ground running, confidently managing the validation and registration of planning applications while operating within a busy local authority environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring applications are processed efficiently and accurately, supporting planning officers and helping to maintain service performance standards.
Key Responsibilities
Validate a wide range of planning applications, ensuring all submissions meet national and local validation requirementsRegister planning applications and associated documentation accurately within the planning systemAssess plans, supporting statements, and accompanying documents for completeness and complianceLiaise with applicants, agents, consultees, and internal departments regarding validation requirements and application processesProvide technical and administrative support to Development Management teamsManage application correspondence, consultations, and statutory notificationsMaintain accurate planning records and ensure information is updated within relevant systemsSupport the delivery of performance targets and statutory deadlines across the planning serviceCandidate Requirements
Previous experience within a Planning Validation, Technical Support, or Development Management administration roleStrong understanding of the planning application process within a UK Local Authority environmentExperience validating planning applications and working with planning management systemsExcellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a high-volume workloadStrong attention to detail and ability to interpret planning documentation accuratelyEffective communication skills and confidence liaising with a range of stakeholdersAbility to work independently and manage priorities in a fully remote environmentWorking Arrangements
£25–£32 per hour6-month rolling contractFully remote workingImmediate start available
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