16/06/2026
*NEW JOB* - BUILDING SAFETY LEVY ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (PERFORMANCE & SYSTEMS)
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Fixed term contract until 31 August 2028
Solihull Council is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Administration Officer to join our Planning, Design & Engagement Services team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of the Building Safety Levy, a new high-profile national initiative that helps ensure the safety of our built environment. In addition, you will contribute to vital services including Planning, Building Control and Land Charges.
Working within a busy and supportive administration team, you’ll provide essential systems, data and customer support, ensuring services run smoothly and deliver high-quality outcomes for residents, businesses and partners.
What you’ll be doing:
You’ll take on a varied and rewarding role, including:
• Providing frontline advice and support to customers, businesses and stakeholders.
• Maintaining and updating Building Safety Levy records, databases and statutory registers accurately.
• Ensure national deadlines are met and processes followed with regards receipting and invoicing payments for the Building Safety Levy.
• Supporting Planning and Building Control teams, including interpreting construction drawings and calculating the levy.
• Managing and inputting data into specialist systems such as GIS mapping and web applications.
• Processing financial transactions, fees and payments in line with regulations.
• Supporting the delivery of events, meetings and service activities.
• Ensuring compliance with GDPR, legislation and council policies.
About you:
We’re looking for someone who is organised, adaptable and committed to delivering excellent service. You will also have
• Previous experience in an administration or office-based role
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and database systems
• Experience working in a customer-focused environment
• Ability to manage data accurately and maintain records
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
• Highly effective communication skills, both written and verbal
What we offer:
In return, we offer a friendly and supportive working environment, along with access to a range of training and development opportunities to help you grow and succeed in your career.
To apply, please click on the link above. Your application should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences.
Closing date: Sunday 5th July 2026
Interviews: week commencing 13th July 2026
Please be advised that should we receive a sufficient number of applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date. We therefore encourage early submission of your application to avoid disappointment.
