Planning Officer

Osborne Richardson; London Borough of Harrow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in North London is seeking a Planning Officer for a 3-month contract to manage increased workload. Responsibilities include processing applications, providing general planning advice, and mentoring junior staff within a development management team. The role offers hybrid working and competitive hourly rates based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in processing planning applications.
• Familiarity with development management procedures.
• Commitment to professional development in Town Planning.

Responsibilities

• Process planning applications and appeals.
• Develop planning policy and associated documents.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Planning Advice

Policy Development

Breaches Investigation

Mentoring

Job description

Planning Officer sought for an initial 3 month contract to cover additional workload for a North London local authority.

You will be responsible for the processing of planning applications and:

• The provision of general planning advice
• The processing of planning appeals
• Development of planning policy and associated documents
• Investigation of breaches and recommendations in respect of planning control
• Continuing professional development in Town Planning
• Mentoring/guidance of more junior team members.

The postholder will operate within a team dealing with Development Management.

It’s initially a 5 month contract and our client offers hybrid working.

This role is inside IR35 and the rate offered will depend on your experience, but is expected to be between £25-£30/hr Umbrella.