Aatom Recruitment

Planning Enforcement Officer Contract: 3 months (with possibility of extension) Working Pattern: 2 days office-based / 3 days remote Recruiter: Aatom Recruitment Client: Local Authority Aatom Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Planning Enforcement Officer to join a local authority on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential for extension. This is a great opportunity to work within a dynamic planning team, handling enforcement cases and ensuring compliance with planning regulations. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of planning enforcement investigations, ensuring cases are progressed efficiently and in line with legislation and policy Prepare high-quality reports and legal documentation, including Enforcement Notices, Breach of Condition Notices, Stop Notices, and Appeal Statements Conduct site inspections (including occasional out-of-hours visits) to assess potential breaches of planning control Ensure all enforcement decisions are robust and defensible at appeal or in court Work collaboratively with internal departments and external partners to resolve enforcement issues Maintain up-to-date knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and guidance Deliver a responsive and customer-focused service in line with council standards Contribute to team objectives and support the overall delivery of planning services Requirements Proven experience in planning enforcement within a local authority setting Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and enforcement procedures Experience preparing formal enforcement reports and legal notices Ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Willingness to undertake site visits, including at short notice Why Apply? Flexible hybrid working (2 days office / 3 remote) Opportunity to work within a supportive public sector environment Contract with potential for extension If you are an experienced Planning Enforcement Officer looking for your next contract, we would love to hear from you.

Aatom Recruitment is looking for OR(phone number removed) - HR and Payroll ERP Lead on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Title: OR(phone number removed) - HR and Payroll ERP Lead Contract Duration: 5 Months Hours Per Week: 35 Work Pattern: 2 days in the office and 3 days remote but subject to business needs. ROLE PURPOSE: The post holder will be required to own the HR & Payroll design of the Council's future ERP solution. They will work with and guide the Council design leads and functions through the implementation, bringing functional leading practise, stakeholder feedback and programmatic knowledge to the workstream.

Aatom Recruitment is looking for OR(phone number removed) - Finance Business Partner on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Title: OR(phone number removed) - Finance Business Partner Contract Duration: 3 Months Hours Per Week: 36 Job Role Purpose To support a solution-focussed, innovative financial management function that enables the effective allocation of resources to outcomes to ensure value for money for the public purse. To support the provision of professional and evidence-based management information to support the long-term sustainability of the Council and its trusted partners. To work within the commercial ethos of the council so that any decision taken is done so following an assessment of commercial viability and opportunity. To work as part of a proactive, customer-focussed team that supports the achievement of the Council and its partners long-term vision. Key Tasks Proactively support colleagues to ensure the provision of reliable, effective and timely financial support and advice that contributes to the achievement of their objectives Represent the Senior Finance Business Partner as and when required in internal and external scenarios and to display the behaviours and values expected in a positive and professional manner Support the provision of proactive, solution-focussed advice and guidance to the organisation to enable innovation and commercialism within the realms of the Councils procurement and finance procedure rules. Be an effective team member seeking out development opportunities to support succession planning so that the team is operating to the expected standard of a high performing, excellent, finance business partnering function. Support the delivery of the council's financial sustainability and resilience by working with the team to provide insight and intelligence to predict and model demand management. Be an effective corporate citizen, proactively leading by example and participating in corporate initiatives e.g. volunteering, mental health and wellbeing strategy, Work smart, etc.

Job Title: Principal Review Officer Location: Local Authority (details provided upon application) Contract: 1-month initial contract with potential for extension Aatom Recruitment is currently seeking a Principal Review Officer to join our client, a local authority, on a short-term contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to a high-impact team. Key Responsibilities: Review medical decisions and Section 202 homelessness decisions Respond to Member Enquiries (ME) Attend court proceedings when required Liaise effectively with internal departments and external organisations Requirements: Strong understanding of housing legislation and review processes Excellent communication and analytical skills Ability to manage sensitive cases with professionalism Previous experience in a similar role within a local authority is desirable If you're interested and meet the criteria, please apply today or contact us for more information.