Planning and Heritage Officer

Broads Authority; Norwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local planning authority in Norwich is seeking a qualified candidate to manage planning applications and contribute to planning policy development. Candidates should have a recognized qualification in Town Planning and in a heritage related subject, alongside experience in development management. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential. The role is full-time, 37 hours a week, and offers a permanent position. Applications must be submitted by 12pm on January 7, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in development management and heritage.
• Practical experience in interpreting architectural drawings.
• Ability to prepare reports and give presentations on development proposals.

Responsibilities

• Handle planning applications and pre-application enquiries.
• Contribute to the development of planning policy.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Customer-focused approach

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Recognised qualification in Town Planning

Qualification in a heritage related subject

Tools

Databases

GIS

Job description

Yare House, Norwich
37 hours per week Full-time Permanent

We are looking for a suitably experienced candidate to handle planning applications, pre-application enquiries and contribute to the development of planning policy. Applicants should have a recognised qualification in Town Planning and in a heritage related subject, experience of working in development management and heritage, preparing reports and giving presentations on development proposals.

The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a customer-focused approach. Practical experience in the use of databases, GIS and the ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills are also key requirements.

If you would prefer an application pack to be sent to you please contact 01603 610734.

Application forms should be emailed when completed to [e-mail] or sent by post to Broads Authority, Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY, to arrive not later than 12pm Wednesday 07 January 2026.

Interviews will be held in Norwich on Monday 19 January 2026.

If you would like to discuss this post prior to submitting an application please contact Ruth Sainsbury, Head of Planning on 01603 756030 or by email [e-mail] alternatively, Human Resources, on 01603 610734.

Please note we require a completed application form and will not accept stand alone CVs.

Applicants requiring acknowledgement of their postal application must enclose a stamped addressed envelope.