Planning Officer

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Planning Officer to join their dynamic team in London. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of planning applications, from minor to complex projects, and contributing to significant regeneration efforts in the borough. You will have the opportunity to engage with the community, conduct site visits, and negotiate agreements that support urban development. If you are passionate about shaping vibrant communities and have a strong background in planning, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in Development Management as a Planning Officer.
• Proven track record of processing planning applications in urban areas.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process a varied caseload of planning applications.
• Conduct pre-application meetings and site visits.
• Negotiate Section 106 agreements and discharge conditions.

Skills

Development Management

Planning Applications

Negotiation Skills

Site Visits

Community Engagement

Education

Degree in Planning or related field

Job description

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Job Summary

I am currently working with a London Borough that is seeking an experienced Planning Officer to join their team. You will contribute to a vibrant and supportive environment by managing a diverse caseload of householder, minor, and complex medium planning applications.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to assist with processing strategic applications, negotiating the discharge of complex conditions, and handling reserved matters applications to support major regeneration projects in the borough.

Duties Include:

1. Manage and process a varied caseload of applications, including residential-led mixed-use developments, change of use, new build flats, single dwellings, commercial/retail schemes, listed building consents, infill housing, certificates of lawful development, and community infrastructure.
2. Conduct paid pre-application meetings and site visits.
3. Negotiate Section 106 agreements, discharge of conditions, and finalize reserved matters.
4. Perform duty planning and undertake remote site visits.
5. Attend consultation events.

Successful candidates will have practical experience in Development Management as a Planning Officer or Senior Planning Officer, with a proven track record of processing various planning applications in urban areas.