Planning Officer

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing firm in the UK is seeking a candidate to provide administrative and customer service support to the Development Management and Enforcement Teams. The role involves guiding applicants through the planning process, managing documentation, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should be organized and able to work collaboratively. Competitive incentives for referrals are offered.

Benefits

Referral bonuses up to £500

Responsibilities

• Support the planning process by guiding applicants and managing documentation.
• Produce planning documents like letters and reports within deadlines.
• Administer planning meetings and prepare committee papers.
• Ensure compliance and handle information requests accurately.
• Maintain service quality and provide office cover as needed.

Job description

Overview of the role:

To give the administrative and customer service support needed to help the core Development Management Team and Enforcement Team work effectively and efficiently.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Support the planning process – guide applicants, validate applications, manage documentation, and assist with planning research and enforcement tasks.
• Produce and manage planning documents – create letters, reports, notices, meeting minutes, and presentations within required deadlines.
• Administer planning meetings and site work – prepare committee papers, support assessment panels, and display/remove site notices across the city.
• Ensure compliance and information handling – check developments against permissions, handle FOI/Cllr enquiries, personal searches, and maintain accurate records and data reports.
• Maintain service quality and operational support – monitor emails, provide office cover, work collaboratively, and undertake additional duties as required.

How to apply

If you are interested in this role, please contact Josh Draycott on or01772954200 or [e-mail] with an updated CV.

Referral Scheme

We offer up to £500 in vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.