Job title: Built Environment Career Grade Officer
Salary: B1/PO2 £23,151.48 - £40,221.00
Hours: 37
Location: Merrion House, Leeds
Are you looking to play your part in transforming one of the most dynamic cities in the UK? Our vision is for Leeds to be the best city in the UK. One that is caring and compassionate, has a strong economy and which tackles and reduces inequalities. The Station Development Team is working with partners to support the delivery of mass rapid transit. The Projects and Programmes Team is working with partners to deliver construction projects across a range of programmes including regeneration, public realm, place making, culture, leisure, and Council assets.
About the role
Working in a fast-paced environment in one of the above teams, you will have the opportunity to work on built environment projects. This will include supporting the wider team and providing advice to partners. You will gain a professional qualification (for example APM, RTPI, RICS, subject to availability) to support your career and be given the opportunity to develop a broad skill set and understanding of the Council’s role in regenerating the city through planning, property, regeneration, and real estate project delivery. Further information about the nature of the Career Grade Officer role, expectations and progression is provided in the Job Description.
About You
The work will be varied, with the opportunity to work on different projects to gain experience to suit the professional route chosen. You should have the ability to work on your own and in a team. You will work as part of a larger team with a proactive culture and in partnership with our key stakeholders to work towards delivering our investment and service objectives.
What we offer you
We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:
- A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays.
- Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements.
- A clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities.
- A range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further.
How to apply
Please upload your CV and complete a personal statement (word limit: 3,000) which explains how you meet the essential requirements listed in the person specification.
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If you have any queries or would like to request a copy of the job description please contact Jo Thompson, Project Officer on 07891 278 249 or email Josephine.Thompson@leeds.gov.uk
We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds and the communities we serve. Leeds City Council is recognised in Stonewall’s Workplace Equality Index 2024. We are also an Age-friendly Employer, a Mindful Employer and a Disability Confident Leader.
All new Leeds City Council appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period.
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
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