Planning Officer

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England is seeking a Planning Officer to assist in the preparation of their Local Plan. The role involves providing planning policy assistance at public consultations and committee meetings, while also ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including competitive salary and flexible working conditions.

Benefits

29 days holiday, rising to 31 days

Generous employer contribution pension scheme

Flexible working

Employee volunteering schemes

Discounted leisure centre membership

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to handle a diverse and competing workload.
• Experience with public consultations and committee meetings.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the Three Rivers Local Plan.
• Provide planning policy assistance during public consultations.
• Advise Officers and Elected Members on Planning Policy matters.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Overview

Planning Officer
The Department: Planning Policy and Conservation
Closing date: 21 October 2025
Salary range: £33,106 - £34,744 per annum

Responsibilities

A Planning Officer to assist in the preparation of the Three Rivers Local Plan. You will help achieve the objectives of the Council by providing planning policy assistance during public consultations, committee meetings and working groups. You will provide advice to Officers and Elected Members in Planning Policy matters, ensuring appropriate regulations are met. You will work collaboratively with colleagues to improve the planning department’s land use and local plan monitoring capability.

The role will require strong verbal, written and presentation skills and candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability and initiative to handle a diverse and competing workload and work to tight deadlines. Good interpersonal skills will also be necessary, as will be liaising and negotiating with the public, external agents and organisations, Council Members and other Council departments.

What we are looking for

A Planning Officer to assist in the preparation of the Three Rivers Local Plan. You will help achieve the objectives of the Council by providing planning policy assistance during public consultations, committee meetings and working groups. You will provide advice to Officers and Elected Members in Planning Policy matters, ensuring appropriate regulations are met. You will work collaboratively with colleagues to improve the planning department’s land use and local plan monitoring capability.

Skills and Qualities

The role will require strong verbal, written and presentation skills and candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability and initiative to handle a diverse and competing workload and work to tight deadlines. Good interpersonal skills will also be necessary, as will be liaising and negotiating with the public, external agents and organisations, Council Members and other Council departments.

What we offer

We offer an excellent benefits package, including competitive salary, 29 days holiday - rising to 31 days (if applicable), a generous employer contribution pension scheme, life assurance, flexible working, career development, free on-site parking, cycle-to-work scheme, discounted leisure centre membership, employee volunteering schemes and access to discounted activities and days out.

Additional information

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Marko Kalik, Head of Planning Policy and Conservation, (E:) [e-mail]

A basic DBS / Enhanced DBS check will be carried out for this post

Three Rivers District Council’s corporate vision is that the district be a great place to live, work and visit. That vision is one we hold for everyone. The council is dedicated to the promotion of equality of opportunity and to removing any discrimination in service delivery, procurement, employment and improving access to services for all residents.