Senior Development Management Officer - Lead Major Planning

New Forest District Council; New Forest; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Cycle to Work

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discounts

Job summary

New Forest District Council invites applications for two Senior Development Management Officers to shape the future of the New Forest District. You will manage high‑profile planning applications, collaborate with Councillors and external stakeholders, and contribute to the climate change agenda while preserving the district’s unique character.

This is a senior role suitable for experienced planners seeking supervisory responsibilities and the next step in their career within a supportive,

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload of complex and major planning applications delivering growth in the District on allocated and unallocated sites.
• Present cases to the Planning Committee and prepare cases for appeals.

Job description

New Forest District Council invites applications for two Senior Development Management Officers to shape the future of the New Forest District. You will manage high‑profile planning applications, collaborate with Councillors and external stakeholders, and contribute to the climate change agenda while preserving the district’s unique character.

This is a senior role suitable for experienced planners seeking supervisory responsibilities and the next step in their career within a supportive,