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 (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email:
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