Planning Transition & Technical Assistant

Planning Transition & Technical Assistant – 6 Month Fixed Term Contract – Stratford, London – Hybrid working – Salary £28,711 (pro rata)

Reed Talent Solutions are partnering with a Public Sector client based in Stratford in London in the search for a Planning Transition & Technical Assistant to provide high-quality technical support to their Planning Policy and Decisions Team during a critical transition period.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Upload digital files and data, ensuring accuracy and organisation.
• Archive records and documents, both electronically and physically.
• Retrieve data and files for internal and external stakeholders as required.
• Maintain and assist in the development of filing systems and organisational storage systems for data and documents.
• Cross-check files and folders, updating or correcting documentation as needed.
• Respond to borough queries related to PPDT data, including planning system and network data.
• Assist in capturing, filtering, and uploading to virtual cloud drives and individual encrypted hard drives.
• Audit PPDT kit, furniture, and items, and take action as necessary.
• Produce and analyse management information, maintaining internal registers.
• Identify issues with systems and other departmental/transition processes.
• Carry out general administration functions and respond to information and data requests.
• Support the day-to-day work of the professional staff of the Planning Policy & Decisions Team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence within the team.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Excellent attention to detail and writing skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Experience using specialist Planning Application System Software (although this isn’t essential)
• Proficient in managing records and organising files and data.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and carry out administrative duties.
• Excellent Administration experience
• Proactive approach to self-development and performance improvement.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary for a fixed-term contract.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement, with at least 40% of working time on-site.
• Opportunity to contribute to a significant transition project within the Planning Policy and Decisions Team.
• Exposure to a professional and friendly office environment.

To apply for the Planning Transition & Technical Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.