Heritage & Design Planning Specialist

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in the East Midlands is seeking a passionate Heritage Officer to manage planning applications and support high-quality development. The role offers a career progression path and requires experience in development management and heritage advice. You will engage with communities to enhance the historic environment. Generous benefits include extensive leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave between 35.5 and 40.5 days

Agile working opportunities

Professional development support

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Inclusive workplace culture

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in development management and heritage/design advice.
• Ability to confidently interpret plans and policies.
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on planning applications.
• Help shape planning policy on heritage and design matters.
• Support high-quality development across Charnwood.

Skills

Development management experience

Heritage/design advice

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Proactive mindset

Interpreting plans and policies

Customer service commitment

Job description

A local government organization in the East Midlands is seeking a passionate Heritage Officer to manage planning applications and support high-quality development. The role offers a career progression path and requires experience in development management and heritage advice. You will engage with communities to enhance the historic environment. Generous benefits include extensive leave and professional development opportunities.