Assistant Planner

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC625174
Salary Range: £28,697 - £31,573 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 8 November 2026

Interview Date: w/c 16 November 2026

Please note applications will be reviewed once submitted, therefore this advert may close early depending on volumes of applications received.

The Role:

Would you like to help shape how new development delivers the schools, transport and other vital infrastructure that communities across Hampshire need? Join a high-performing local authority team whose work brings in at least £30 million each year from developers to support sustainable growth across the county.

Hampshire County Council’s Spatial Planning service is seeking an Assistant Planner to join our busy Spatial Strategy and Insights Team. This is far more than a routine administrative role: you will work at the intersection of planning, finance and law, supporting the monitoring and enforcement of Section 106 agreements linked to housing and commercial development across Hampshire. You will handle financial information, communicate with developers, local planning authorities and colleagues across the County Council, and help turn legal obligations into real benefits for communities. For more information about a career in planning, please see About Planning - RTPI.

Please see the candidate pack linked below to discover more about the role, the team and the difference you could help us make.

What you’ll do:

You will play an important part in managing developer contributions and travel plan work across the county. Your work will include handling and analysing data, coordinating customer enquiries and team tasks, issuing invoices for contributions and fees ranging from thousands to millions of pounds, and communicating with developers, housebuilders, local planning authorities and teams across the County Council. It is an ideal opportunity to build practical experience of how infrastructure is planned, funded and delivered.

You will help developers understand and fulfil a range of legal obligations, including making payments, meeting travel plan requirements and submitting compliance information. You will also help maintain accurate records, monitor progress and ensure enquiries are directed and resolved effectively.

A strong starting point for a career in planning: this role offers a valuable route into the wider Spatial Planning service and the County Council. You will gain transferable skills, awareness of different professional disciplines and an understanding of work taking place across the department. Career paths are not always linear: colleagues often broaden their experience by moving between teams as opportunities arise, building varied and rewarding careers within the organisation.

What we’re looking for:

You do not need to arrive with detailed knowledge of Section 106 agreements or travel plans. With training and support from experienced developer obligations and travel plan officers, you will develop the specialist knowledge needed to succeed. We are looking for someone who is organised, motivated and keen to learn, with strong attention to detail, confidence using IT and a commitment to providing a helpful, professional service. The role is advertised as full-time, but we are also happy to consider part-time and flexible working arrangements.

If this sparks your interest, and you think you might be the person we're looking for, please see the contact details below.

Please refer to the candidate pack for any specific qualification and experience requirements.

Why join us?

Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

Our benefits package includes details of the holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi-time scheme, family friendly policies and interest free travel loans and discounts. We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of, where you are empowered to be your best and a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles.

Benefits include:

- Flexible working arrangements such as flexitime, job sharing, home working.

- Generous annual leave entitlement of 24 days per annum (pro-rata), rising to a maximum of 27 days (pro-rata) after five years’ service.

- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

- Access to the Health and Wellbeing Service which includes confidential counselling and health advice.

If you are looking for a role where you can learn, contribute and make a visible difference from the outset, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Additional Information:

Assistant Planner Candidate Pack

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Lewis Smith, Spatial Planning Lead Officer (S106) on [email protected] or 07370 779521.

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.