Senior Town Planning Officer

Our client is looking for aSenior Town Planning Officer, who will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality Development Management services. You will provide expert planning advice, manage a varied caseload of minor and other planning applications, and support the delivery of wider planning objectives across the authority.

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

Working within the Planning and Development team, you will help ensure that development proposals align with our place-shaping ambitionssupporting the right development, in the right place, at the right time.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute proactively to the effective delivery of the Planning Service, supporting corporate objectives and continuous improvement.
• Deliver excellent customer service across all interactions, including with residents, developers, Councillors, and stakeholders.
• Provide timely, professional advice to members of the public and support engagement through the Customer Contact Centre and feedback channels.
• Assist in responding to complaints and enquiries from customers, MPs, and Councillors in line with corporate standards.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in DEF and IT systems to support performance monitoring and statutory targets.
• Support the Councils place-shaping agenda by promoting sustainable and appropriate development.
• Provide technical planning advice across a wide range of development proposals.
• Process and assess minor and other planning applications, preparing clear and robust reports and recommendations.
• Support the Major Projects Team where additional technical expertise is required.
• Assist with pre-application enquiries, appeals, enforcement cases, and Planning Performance Agreements in line with service standards

You will be an experienced planning professional with a strong understanding of Development Management processes. xwzovoh Youll be confident in managing your own caseload, making sound planning judgements, and communicating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 3yearsexperience in Development Managementand dealing with planning applications and appeals
• Relevant undergraduatedegree orRelevantPost-Graduatequalification amember of the RTPI or demonstratively working towards APC as a Licentiate member
• Experience of negotiating on developer contributions/ Section 106 Agreements
• A proactive and solution-focused approach
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• A commitment to delivering high standards of customer service
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team and across services
• Must have full clean driving licence

The role is office based/ hybrid with one day a week in the office and the occasional site visit working 37 hours as week 9am to 5pm
If you feel you have the right skills please apply via CV