Senior Planning Officer — Hybrid, Flexible Hours & Pension

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a committed Senior Planning Officer to join the Planning Development Management Service. Responsibilities include managing minor applications and providing planning advice to colleagues. Candidates should have a relevant degree, RTPI membership, and excellent interpersonal skills. The role offers competitive salary, flexible working, and various benefits including training opportunities and health initiatives. This position is vital for contributing to the Borough’s heritage while ensuring quality homes and access to employment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Private medical insurance

Hybrid working

Membership to Local Government Pension Scheme

Payment of one professional membership per annum

Mileage allowance

Training and development opportunities

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Employee assistance programme

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Current valid driving licence which allows you to drive in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deal with a range of complex minor planning applications and small-scale majors.
• Present applications to Planning Committee and support colleagues.
• Support and provide planning advice to colleagues and stakeholders.
• Work on service improvement with team leaders.
• Deal with planning appeals, including hearings.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to give sound advice

Confident in dealing with people

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to adapt to change

Good team player

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

RTPI membership

Job description

A local government authority is seeking a committed Senior Planning Officer to join the Planning Development Management Service. Responsibilities include managing minor applications and providing planning advice to colleagues. Candidates should have a relevant degree, RTPI membership, and excellent interpersonal skills. The role offers competitive salary, flexible working, and various benefits including training opportunities and health initiatives. This position is vital for contributing to the Borough’s heritage while ensuring quality homes and access to employment.