Senior Planner – Growth & Regeneration (Hybrid)

D S D; Bedford; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market rate supplement £1,500 per annu

Job summary

Bedford Borough Council’s Planning Service is seeking a Senior Planner to contribute to development management across urban and rural projects. This role offers the chance to shape place-making, participate in a major growth programme, and work within a supportive team with flexible working patterns.

The successful candidate will understand planning legislation, provide excellent customer service, and work proactively in a collaborative environment to handle a range of applications.

Qualifications

• Good grasp of planning legislation and development management context.
• Pro-active approach and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team and adapt to a range of application types.

Responsibilities

• Develop planning career with broad exposure to urban and rural schemes.
• Deal with a range of planning applications of varying complexity.
• Contribute to place-shaping and delivery of sustainable growth.

Job description

Bedford Borough Council’s Planning Service is seeking a Senior Planner to contribute to development management across urban and rural projects. This role offers the chance to shape place-making, participate in a major growth programme, and work within a supportive team with flexible working patterns.

The successful candidate will understand planning legislation, provide excellent customer service, and work proactively in a collaborative environment to handle a range of applications.