Assistant Planning Officer

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Assistant Planning Officer in Wolverhampton. This full-time role involves supporting the development and implementation of planning policies, conducting research, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a degree in planning or equivalent experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage a varied workload.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Town and Country Planning.
• Experience in a planning office.
• Strong communication and workload management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis to support planning projects.
• Prepare reports and documentation related to planning activities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on planning initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage workload

Education

Degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Planning Officer

Salary - £29,093 - £32,654 (Grade 5)

Hours - 37

Contract type - Full time, permanent

Wolverhampton is a Millennium City with a thousand years of history, located on the north‑western fringe of the West Midlands conurbation, with the beautiful countryside of Shropshire and Staffordshire on the doorstep and excellent transport links to Birmingham, London, Manchester and Liverpool.

City Planning is seeking a dedicated Assistant Planning Officer to join our dynamic team. We have developed a streamlined approach to working that benefits both our Planners and those who want to develop in the city, providing a faster and more efficient service that boosts business confidence and investment, and produces high-quality development.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focused Assistant Planning Officer with experience working in a fast-paced planning office and capable of assisting in the development and implementation of planning policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Conduct research and analysis to support planning projects.
2. Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation related to planning activities.
3. Collaborate with stakeholders, including government agencies, community groups, and developers.
4. Monitor and evaluate the progress of planning initiatives.
5. Provide administrative support to the planning team.
6. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Requirements for the role:

• A degree or equivalent, or being well advanced in a town and country planning degree course.
• Experience working in a planning office to support the planning application process.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage an intense and varied workload.

For full details of the responsibilities and requirements, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

To discuss this opportunity further, contact Vijay Kaul at [e-mail].

Our working arrangements

Roles are allocated to fixed, field, or flexible work styles. Some roles are agile, enabling employees to maximize performance and productivity while maintaining work-life balance. Fixed roles are based at a permanent council location. Field roles involve working in the community with minimal 'touch down' space. Flexible roles have a base location but allow working from home or other locations as needed.

Refer to the Job Description for the workstyle assigned to this role.

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We are committed to building a workforce that reflects our diverse community. We aim to attract applications from all backgrounds and underrepresented groups, valuing diversity, inclusion, and equality. Our recognitions include the Disability Confident Employer status, Stonewall Silver Award, and the RACE Code Quality Mark, demonstrating our commitment to an inclusive environment.

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Attached documents: Job Description and Person Specification