Development Management Officer

SOHL ASSOCIATES LIMITED; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A planning consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Planning Officer to manage and process planning applications. Responsibilities include assessing applications, providing professional advice, and preparing reports. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of planning legislation and strong analytical skills. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with stakeholders and ensure compliance with local policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in development management or planning.

Responsibilities

• Assess and make recommendations on planning applications and pre-application enquiries.
• Provide professional advice to applicants, councillors, and the public.
• Prepare reports, undertake site visits, and liaise with stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and meet statutory deadlines.

Skills

Knowledge of planning legislation and procedures

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Report-writing skills

Education

Relevant planning qualification (or working towards)

Job description

Overview

To manage and process planning applications, ensuring compliance with legislation and local policies.

Responsibilities

• Assess and make recommendations on planning applications and pre-application enquiries.
• Provide professional advice to applicants, councillors, and the public.
• Prepare reports, undertake site visits, and liaise with stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and meet statutory deadlines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of planning legislation and procedures.
• Experience in development management or planning.
• Strong communication, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• Relevant planning qualification (or working towards).