Heritage Conservation Specialist – Planning & Listings

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Stratford-upon-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a qualified Conservation Officer to provide expert conservation and heritage advice. You will work with various teams to ensure high-quality development while protecting heritage assets. Key responsibilities include leading negotiations on heritage impacts and acting as a Case Officer for listed buildings. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Building Conservation or a related discipline and strong communication skills. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working arrangements

Health Cash Plan Scheme

Qualifications

• Degree or Post Graduate qualification in Building Conservation, Architecture, or related discipline.
• Chartered membership or working towards chartered membership of the Institute of Historic Building Conservation.
• Good knowledge and experience of current conservation legislation, policy, and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist conservation and heritage advice across the Council’s Development service.
• Lead negotiations on heritage impact for planning and listed building applications.
• Act as Case Officer for listed building applications without associated planning applications.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Knowledge of conservation legislation

Experience in providing detailed advice

Education

Degree in Building Conservation or related discipline

Chartered membership or working towards of the Institute of Historic Building Conservation

Job description

A local government organization in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a qualified Conservation Officer to provide expert conservation and heritage advice. You will work with various teams to ensure high-quality development while protecting heritage assets. Key responsibilities include leading negotiations on heritage impacts and acting as a Case Officer for listed buildings. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Building Conservation or a related discipline and strong communication skills. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and flexible working arrangements.