Job Advert - Planning Officer (Development Management) | North London Council
Client: Local Authority - North London
Job Title: Planning Officer
Location: Hybrid - North London (1 day per week in office preferred)
Contract: Ongoing Temporary Contract
Rate: £40 per hour Umbrella LTD (Inside IR35) / £32 PAYE 
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role: A local authority in North London is seeking an experienced Planning Officer to support their Development Management team with the efficient review and processing of senior-level planning cases. This is a hybrid role, with an expectation to work from the office one day per week, and the remainder remotely.
You will take on a varied caseload involving conversions, changes of use, prior approvals, and small-to-medium scale residential applications, with presentation to committee required where necessary.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage a caseload of senior-level planning applications, from validation through to decision.
Assess planning proposals for conversions, changes of use, minor and small major residential schemes, and prior approvals.
Prepare clear, accurate and professional reports with robust planning recommendations.
Present cases to Planning Committee where required.
Conduct site visits and liaise with applicants, agents, councillors, and residents.
Provide sound planning advice in line with local and national planning policy frameworks.
Work collaboratively within the Development Management team and across other departments as needed.What We're Looking For:
Relevant degree in Town Planning or equivalent
RTPI membership (or working towards) preferred
Proven experience handling a wide range of applications including minor and small major residential schemes
Strong knowledge of planning legislation, permitted development rights, and policy frameworks
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage workload independently and deliver to tight deadlines
Experience presenting to committee desirableHow to Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity or would like to know more, please contact James Glover at Service Care Solutions: (phone number removed) / (url removed)