Senior Planning Enforcement Lead

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Grantham; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A council in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal Planning Enforcement Officer to lead enforcement matters and ensure compliance with planning policies. The ideal candidate will have experience in planning enforcement, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. This role offers flexible, hybrid working arrangements and a generous benefits package including a Local Government Pension Scheme, annual leave, and career development opportunities. Closing date for applications is 20th January 2026.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Opportunities for career development

Low-cost health care plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in planning enforcement work and knowledge of the planning system.
• Experience in leading case reviews and mentoring enforcement officers is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and methodically.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a range of enforcement matters and ensure compliance with the Council's policy.
• Provide expert advice to guide enforcement decisions and progress cases.
• Develop the enforcement team while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Planning enforcement work

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Job description

A council in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal Planning Enforcement Officer to lead enforcement matters and ensure compliance with planning policies. The ideal candidate will have experience in planning enforcement, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. This role offers flexible, hybrid working arrangements and a generous benefits package including a Local Government Pension Scheme, annual leave, and career development opportunities. Closing date for applications is 20th January 2026.