Planning Officer (Spatial Planning)

Calderdale Council; Halifax; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is looking for a candidate to join their Planning team in Halifax, England. The successful applicant will have strong organisational and interpersonal skills, a project management approach, and relevant knowledge of planning legislation. The role includes hybrid working arrangements and aims to engage effectively with local communities and elected members. Interested applicants should apply by the closing date of Sunday, January 25, 2026.

Benefits

Supportive team

Flexible working arrangements

Great holiday allowance

Pension scheme membership

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills essential.
• Proven project management approach to workload.
• Ability to communicate complex planning issues effectively.

Skills

Organisational skills

Project management

Complex issue communication

Interpersonal skills

Planning legislation knowledge

Community engagement

Job description

Post Ref: CC624

Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.

Internal applicants applying for a secondment opportunity must have approval from their line manager before submitting an application.

Calderdale comprises of a fascinating mix of towns, villages and Pennine countryside, conveniently located between Leeds and Manchester. If you’re looking for a challenging and varied role in a busy Planning team, we’d like to hear from you.

Benefits

• Supportive and friendly team to help you develop in the role.
• Hybrid working.
• Flexible working arrangements (a range of flexible working options would be considered, if you would like to discuss this, please contact us).
• Great holiday allowance (31 days annual leave (36 after 5 years or more continuous Local Government Service).
• Membership and contributions towards the West Yorkshire Pension Scheme.
• Great location in beautiful Calderdale. Situated between Leeds, Bradford, and Manchester, with good transport access from a wide area.

Qualifications

• Organisational skills.
• A project management approach to workload.
• An ability to communicate complex issues.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Relevant knowledge relating to planning legalisation and policy.
• An ability to engage with elected members, other professional and local communities.

Please contact Paul Copeland, Planning Strategy Manager.

To apply for this post please either complete the online application or send your CV to.

Closing Date: Sunday 25th January 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 2nd of February 2026

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision: On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

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