Senior Planner - M&W

Carrington West; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking an experienced Planning Officer for a 6-month hybrid contract. You will process planning applications, provide pre-application advice, and manage planning control breaches. A degree in Town Planning or Geography and at least 3 years of relevant experience are required. This role offers £38 per hour with responsibilities including preparing committee reports and handling legal agreements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in development management.
• Strong knowledge of planning procedures and enforcement.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Process and determine planning applications for developments.
• Provide clear pre-application advice to stakeholders.
• Investigate complaints and manage breaches of planning control.
• Prepare detailed committee reports and present recommendations.
• Handle appeals and conditions as required.

Skills

Excellent report writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of planning law

Ability to manage caseload

Education

Degree in Town Planning, Geography, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Planning Officer - £38ph - 6 month contract. Hybrid working. We\'re seeking an experienced Planning Officer to join a local authority\'s Development Management team on an interim basis.

Responsibilities

• Processing and determining planning applications for the authority\'s own developments (including minerals and waste)
• Providing clear, timely pre-application advice to applicants and stakeholders
• Investigating complaints and managing breaches of planning control
• Preparing detailed committee reports and presenting recommendations
• Handling appeals, conditions, and associated legal agreements
• Supporting input into major projects (including NSIPs) where required by management.

What\u2019s required

• Degree in Town Planning, Geography, or related discipline
• 3+ years\' experience in development management (minerals & waste desirable but not essential!)
• Strong knowledge of planning law, procedures, and enforcement practices
• Excellent report writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and meet statutory deadlines
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Rate: £38 per hour

Please call Ryan at Carrington West on 02393876226 or more information or to be considered.