Graduate Planning Officer

WMJobs; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council seeks a Graduate Planning Officer to support the Development Control Team. This role involves processing planning applications, preparing reports, and engaging with the community. Ideal candidates will have a Degree in Town Planning and strong analytical skills, joining a supportive team dedicated to high service standards.

Benefits

Flexible working

Hybrid working from home and the office

Learning and development opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Childcare vouchers

Independent support for your health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Applicants should have a Degree in Town Planning or equivalent.
• Understanding of Planning legislation and guidance is required.
• Motivation and personal enthusiasm are essential.

Responsibilities

• Process non-complex planning applications, including registration and consultation.
• Prepare reports for Committee and assist in public consultation exercises.
• Administer appeal systems and attend site visits.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal skills

Ability to analyse complex information

Effective use of computer systems

Flexibility

Team player

Education

Degree in Town Planning or equivalent

Job description

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Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council,

Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council is a small Council with big values. We are committed to ensuring our services are delivered to the highest possible standard and we put the customer at the forefront of everything we do. By working for us you will become part of the team and will play your part in serving our community.

We are currently recruiting for a Graduate Planning Officer to support the varied work of the Development Control Team. The level and grade of appointment will depend on experience and knowledge and we welcome and encourage applicants with the skills at all levels.

You will process non-complex planning applications, including registration and consultation and where appropriate support other staff in the processing of more complex applications and appeals. The role also involves the preparation of reports, both delegated and for Committee and assisting in the preparation and undertaking of public consultation exercises. You will administer the appeal systems, including making up appeal files and correspondence with the Planning Inspectorate, organising inquiries/hearing arrangements, and attending site visits.

You will be supported by the Planning Manager together with regular 1-to-1 meetings, full support in a friendly team and an appraisal of formal training needs.

We are looking for someone who has excellent written and verbal skills, ability to analyse complex information, effective use of computer systems, a high level of motivation and personal enthusiasm, is flexible and can adopt a positive attitude to changing situations and is a team player.

Applicants should have a Degree in Town Planning or equivalent and an understanding of Planning legislation and guidance.

Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council is a small Council with big values. We are committed to ensuring our services are delivered to the highest possible standard and we put the customer at the forefront of everything we do. By working for us you will become part of the team and will play your part in serving our community.

As an employer, Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council offers a wide range of benefits, including:

• Flexible working Hybrid working from home and the office Learning and development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme Generous holiday allowance Childcare vouchers Independent support for your health and wellbeing
  
  
  

This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.

Please note that all applications must be received on an online application form. We do not accept CV's and do not keep CV's on file unless part of an application.

Any communication with you will be via email, so please check your email, including spam/junk folders, and WMJobs account on a regular basis after submitting your application.

For an informal discussion or further information about the role, please email Claire Hill, Planning Manager at [e-mail].

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