Graduate Planning Officer / Planning Officer

Rugby Borough Council; Rugby; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Graduate Planning Officer / Planning Officer to join their friendly Development Management Section. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with urban and rural planning issues in one of the fastest-growing towns in the UK. You will be responsible for processing planning applications, providing valuable pre-application advice, and representing the Council in appeals. With a focus on customer service and community engagement, this position promises to be rewarding and impactful. The role also offers hybrid working options, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.

Benefits

35 days leave (including Bank Holidays)

Hybrid working up to 60%

Annual leave purchase scheme

Subsidised parking

Structured induction and learning opportunities

Payment of professional subscriptions

Family-friendly policies

Retail discounts

Cycle schemes

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in planning or related field required.
• Knowledge of planning legislation and excellent communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Processing planning applications and providing pre-application advice.
• Assessing and preparing reports, representing the Council in appeals.

Skills

Knowledge of current planning legislation

Excellent communication skills

Driving license and access to a vehicle

Education

Relevant degree

Professional qualification or relevant experience (for Planning Officer)

Job description

Graduate Planning Officer / Planning Officer

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Pay Range

This range is provided by Rugby Borough Council. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Salary Details

• Graduate Planning Officer: £30,717 - £33,066 including Market Supplement of £3,006
• Planning Officer: £34,712 - £38,361 including Market Supplement of £3,126

Employment Details

Full Time – 37 hours a week

About the Role

Are you looking to begin or develop your experience in a range of urban and rural planning issues? We have an opportunity within our friendly Development Management Section for a Graduate Planning Officer / Planning Officer.

Located in Rugby, one of the fastest-growing towns in the country, set to grow by 30% by 2035, with excellent transport links and a strategic location near Coventry and Leicester.

Your responsibilities will include processing planning applications, providing pre-application advice, assessing and preparing reports, and representing the Council in appeals. There are ample opportunities to be involved in housing, retail, and employment developments, with a focus on customer service and community engagement.

Our offices are in Rugby Town Centre, with options for hybrid working.

Candidate Requirements

You should have a relevant degree, knowledge of current planning legislation, and excellent communication skills. For the Planning Officer role, a professional qualification or relevant experience is expected. A driving license and access to a vehicle are essential.

Benefits

• 35 days leave (including Bank Holidays and Christmas days)
• Hybrid working up to 60%
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Subsidised parking
• Structured induction and learning opportunities
• Payment of professional subscriptions
• Family-friendly policies
• Additional benefits like retail discounts, cycle schemes, and more

Apply now or learn more about our careers and benefits at Careers - Rugby Borough Council.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Government Administration