Career Grade Planner Development Management

Adecco; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organisation in the public sector is seeking a dedicated Career Grade Planner to join their Development Management team. This role, based in Hounslow, involves delivering high-quality service, processing planning applications, and engaging with stakeholders. We are looking for candidates with strong planning expertise and excellent communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model, fostering both professional growth and community impact.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Community impact through effective planning

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policies, and practices.
• Ability to provide sound technical and professional advice to councillors and management.
• Experience in leading complex applications and negotiating effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an excellent, high-profile Development Management Service focused on meeting the needs of service users.
• Process planning applications, manage appeals, and address customer complaints.
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to improve service quality.

Skills

Planning expertise

Advising skills

Project management

Discrimination awareness

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Career Grade Planner (Development Management)

Location: Hounslow - Hybrid - 2 days in office

Contract Type: Temporary (12 months)

Annual Salary: 21.41 - 26.13 per hour PAYE or 27.86 - 34.12 Umbrella

Working Pattern: Full Time

Driving Required: No

Are you passionate about urban development and eager to make a difference in your community? Our client, a forward-thinking organisation in the public sector, is on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Career Grade Planner to join their Development Management team. If you possess a strong background in planning and are committed to delivering exceptional service, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Customer-Centric Service: Deliver an excellent, high-profile Development Management Service focused on meeting the needs of service users.
• Planning Applications: Process planning applications, manage appeals, and address customer complaints, providing expert advice to officers, councillors, and developers.
• Training & Development: Stay current with the planning system through continuous training, ensuring your skills and knowledge are top-notch.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to improve service quality and tackle local challenges innovatively.
• Performance Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team and promote a positive image of Hounslow.

What We're Looking For

• Planning Expertise: Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policies, and practises.
• Advising Skills: Ability to provide sound technical and professional advice to councillors and management.
• Project Management: Experience in leading complex applications and negotiating effectively with stakeholders.
• Discrimination Awareness: Commitment to eradicating discrimination and promoting diversity within the workplace and community.
• Communication Skills: Excellent report presentation and appeal management abilities.

Why Join Us

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance.
• Professional Growth: Engage in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your career.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a collaborative team that values your contributions and encourages innovative thinking.
• Community Impact: Make a tangible difference in the Hounslow community through effective planning and development.

Join us in shaping vibrant communities, and let's plan for a brighter future together!

To express your interest, please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. We can't wait to meet you!

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