Senior Planning Officer

Senior Planning Officer - Development Management

Hybrid Working (flexible office attendance)

£40-45 p/h

Initial 6 Month Contract

Job Ref - 65616

A 6-month contract opportunity to assist with a backlog of planning applications caused by recent staff absences. The role involves taking ownership of existing and new applications to progress cases efficiently and support the wider team.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage mid-sized major and non-major urban planning applications
• Familiarise with the Local Plan and relevant SPD documents
• Prepare delegated or committee reports on planning applications
• Present reports to Planning Committee and answer questions on cases
• Support the team in maintaining smooth application progress

Requirements:

• Experience in Development Management within a local authority or similar setting
• Ability to handle complex mid-scale urban planning applications
• Proficient in writing clear, accurate planning reports
• Confidence presenting cases to Planning Committee

The role offers hybrid working with flexible office attendance to suit candidate availability.

Please call Jake Herrington on for a confidential discussion on this role, or email: