Technical Support Officer - Local Planning Authority Location: Bedfordshire (Flexible Working Available) Sector: Local Government Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £24,000 - £30,000 (dependent on experience) + Benefits Are you a detail-oriented and organised professional looking to support a dynamic planning team? Join a Local Planning Authority in Bedfordshire as a Technical Support Officer, where you''ll be a key part of a close-knit team of six, ensuring the smooth running of planning processes and providing essential technical assistance. About the Role As a Technical Support Officer, you will work closely with our Planning Officers, providing administrative and technical support on planning applications and appeals. You''ll be part of a collaborative team, helping to ensure compliance with planning regulations and delivering excellent service to residents, developers, and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain the planning application system, ensuring accurate data entry and record-keeping. Validate planning applications and liaise with applicants to resolve technical issues. Provide advice and guidance to the public, applicants, and other stakeholders on planning processes and requirements. Assist Planning Officers by preparing reports, plans, and consultation letters. Monitor application progress and deadlines, ensuring timely responses and compliance with statutory targets. Support the team with administrative duties such as organising ..... full job details .....