Senior Planning Officer - SDNP Development & Design Lead

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Chichester; On-site; GBP 39,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Chichester is seeking a Senior Planning Officer to oversee diverse planning proposals and mentor junior team members. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and at least three years of relevant experience. The role requires dealing with complex applications and ensuring high-quality design that meets community needs. Employee benefits include flexible working arrangements, a pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Defined benefits Pension Scheme

Minimum 26 days holiday

Flexi-time

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Training and development opportunities

Staff Awards Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years post-qualification experience.
• Experience dealing with complex planning applications.
• Commitment to customer care and community needs.

Responsibilities

• Mentor junior team members.
• Lead in planning appeals and present at Planning Committee.
• Provide planning advice and handle applications.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Mentoring experience

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Qualified planner

Job description

A local government authority in Chichester is seeking a Senior Planning Officer to oversee diverse planning proposals and mentor junior team members. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and at least three years of relevant experience. The role requires dealing with complex applications and ensuring high-quality design that meets community needs. Employee benefits include flexible working arrangements, a pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development.