Senior Planning Officer - Drive Growth & Regeneration

South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership; South Holland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional council authority in South Holland is seeking a Senior Planning Officer to assess planning applications, manage appeals, and provide professional advice. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality development in Lincolnshire. Candidates should have a degree in Town & Country Planning and strong analytical and communication skills. Benefits include a Local Government Pension Scheme, generous leave, and opportunities for career progression. If you're passionate about planning and want to shape community development, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Benefits Platform

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible Working Policy

Agile Working Policy

Excellent career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of planning legislation and development management processes.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Degree or diploma in Town & Country Planning or equivalent and eligibility for RTPI membership.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and work to deadlines.
• A proactive, customer-focused approach with a 'can-do' attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage planning applications and advise on enforcement matters.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for Planning Committee.
• Provide professional advice to applicants and stakeholders.
• Represent the Council at planning appeals.
• Contribute to service improvements and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Knowledge of planning legislation

Strong analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Proactive, customer-focused approach

Education

Degree or diploma in Town & Country Planning

Job description

A regional council authority in South Holland is seeking a Senior Planning Officer to assess planning applications, manage appeals, and provide professional advice. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality development in Lincolnshire. Candidates should have a degree in Town & Country Planning and strong analytical and communication skills. Benefits include a Local Government Pension Scheme, generous leave, and opportunities for career progression. If you're passionate about planning and want to shape community development, we’d love to hear from you.