Planning and Economic Development Officer

Northern Ireland Water Limited; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A public utility provider in Northern Ireland is looking for an experienced administrator to support planning and economic development services. The successful candidate will handle customer queries, process planning applications, and manage documentation. Offering a salary of £29,000-30,000, the role supports hybrid working and includes a generous leave allowance of 35 days per annum. Immediate start available for candidates with relevant experience and skills.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance - 35 days per annum

Onsite parking

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' administrative experience, including public contact and minute taking.
• Strong organisational, time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective administrative support across planning and economic development services.
• Process and validate planning applications ensuring accuracy.
• Act as a first point of contact for customer enquiries.

Skills

Customer service skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Education

5 GCSEs (A-C) including English and Maths or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

The role:

• Deliver effective administrative support across planning and economic development services.
• Process and validate planning applications using specialist systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage records, documentation, scanning, redaction, and file maintenance.
• Support financial administration including receipts, refunds, and purchase orders.
• Assist with committee business, reports, meetings, and minute taking.
• Act as a first point of contact, handling customer enquiries professionally.
• Support events, team activity, and provide flexible administrative cover as required.

The Person

As the successful candidate you will have the following background and experience:

Essential:

• 5 GCSEs (A-C), including English and Maths, or equivalent (or 4 years' relevant experience)
• Minimum 2 years' administrative experience, including public contact and minute taking
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong organisational, time-management, and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently with discretion and confidentiality
• Full driving licence or access to suitable transport, with flexibility to work outside normal hours

What's in it for you?:

• Annual salary equivalent £29000-30000
• Hybrid working
• Immediate start
• Generous annual leave allowance - 35 days per annum
• Onsite parking

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Meghan Hamilton, Senior Recruitment Consultant on 02896935508 or on email at [e-mail].

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