Planning Officer

Bellspire Group Ltd; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local development consultancy in Woolwich is seeking a candidate for the Major Applications Team. The role requires at least two years of experience in development management and a degree in a planning-related field. Responsibilities include evaluating planning applications, managing major proposals, and liaising with various stakeholders. Applicants must have a proven track record of effective communication and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• At least two years experience in a development management role.
• Proven track record of effectively dealing with enquiries from the public and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate all types of planning applications.
• Lead on smaller major applications and pre-applications.
• Liaise with officers on matters arising from planning.

Education

Degree in a planning related subject

Job description

Overview

The role is within the Major Applications Team and requires a candidate who has at least two years experience in a development management role and is educated to a minimum of a degree level in a planning related subject.

Responsibilities

• The right candidate must be able to examine and evaluate all types of planning applications made under the Town and Country Planning Acts and related legislation, assess whether proposals are in accordance with Council's policies and liaise with officers of other directorates on matters arising from planning.
• The type of case work will include leading on smaller major applications and pre-applications along with working on discharging of conditions and legal obligations for some of the Borough's largest schemes.
• The candidate must have a proven track record of effectively dealing with enquiries from the public, developers, potential developers, other authorities, Council Members and external stakeholders