Senior Planner – Major Developments & Policy

Aatom Recruitment; Bromley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aatom Recruitment is seeking a Planner on behalf of a Local Authority. The role focuses on handling the borough’s most complex planning applications, advising on policy and ensuring decisions are sound and defensible.

Responsibilities include leading pre-application discussions, managing planning obligations, presenting evidence at inquiries, and guiding staff to deliver a high-quality, customer-focused planning service in line with legislation.

Qualifications

• Experience handling complex and major planning applications.
• Ability to prepare reports and robust recommendations for committee.
• Knowledge of planning policy, procedures and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the borough’s most complex and high-profile planning applications and appeals.
• Provide expert advice on planning matters and ensure robust decision-making.
• Lead pre-application discussions and PPAs for major developments.
• Manage complex legal agreements (Section 106) and planning obligations.
• Advise enforcement officers and liaise with statutory consultees.
• Represent the Council at inquiries, hearings, and court where required.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of planning law and policy.

Skills

Planning experience

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Policy knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Planning degree

Job description

Aatom Recruitment is seeking a Planner on behalf of a Local Authority. The role focuses on handling the borough’s most complex planning applications, advising on policy and ensuring decisions are sound and defensible.

Responsibilities include leading pre-application discussions, managing planning obligations, presenting evidence at inquiries, and guiding staff to deliver a high-quality, customer-focused planning service in line with legislation.