Planning Officer

DENBIGHSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL; Llandudno; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunities

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee wellbeing program

DCC Rewards Direct

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Car leasing scheme

Family friendly policies

Job summary

DENBIGHSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL is seeking a Planning Policy professional to help shape the Local Development Plan and advise on planning applications and appeals. The role involves collaboration with a range of stakeholders to protect the environment while supporting development that enhances communities in Denbighshire.

The council promotes equal opportunities and welcomes Welsh language applications. A benefits package supports wellbeing, annual leave, pensions, and lifestyle savings as part of a

Job description

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join our front-line Planning Policy Team, helping to shape our varied communities and drive economic growth in beautiful Denbighshire. The Planning Policy Team are responsible for the creation and adoption of a new Local Development Plan (LDP) as well as providing professional advice to assist with determining the acceptability of development proposals of all types via Planning Applications and Appeals. There is currently a Planning Officer (Policy) role available in this important area of planning where good communication with a variety of key stakeholders is vital to ensure our outstanding natural environment is protected and key development is provided.

Denbighshire County Council is committed to Equal Opportunities and its Welsh Language Standards. We welcome applications in the Welsh Language and application forms received in the Welsh Language will not be treated less favourably than an application form submitted in English.

We believe the hard work and commitment of our staff should be properly rewarded, so we offer a range of benefits to help our employees achieve a work/life balance, develop in their career, and we support them in their work.

• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 26 days (plus bank holidays) rising with length of service to a total of 32 days
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Focus on Employee Wellbeing and access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Lifestyle Savings via DCC Rewards Direct (high street shopping, holidays, days out etc)
• Car salary sacrifice scheme and car leasing scheme
• Family friendly policies

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