Senior Planning Casework Officer - Environment & Nature

Natural England; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural England in the Cambridge/Shaftesbury or Norwich area is seeking a Planning Casework Higher Officer to provide expert advice on complex planning applications and development proposals, ensuring growth delivers positive outcomes for nature, communities and future generations.

You will work with planners, developers, local authorities and environmental specialists, engaging early with major developments to mitigate impacts and secure large-scale environmental gains in line with the

Qualifications

• Experience of land-use planning and development management with understanding of planning for nature.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, policy and guidance and their application to planning.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills to build relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality statutory advice on planning applications and development plans.
• Assess impacts on landscapes, habitats and species to secure better nature outcomes.
• Coordinate expertise across Natural England to deliver robust, evidence-based advice.
• Build partnerships with customers and stakeholders, including chargeable services where appropriate.
• Work to statutory targets and deadlines with auditable actions.

Skills

Planning policy

Stakeholder engagement

Environmental law

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Analytical/advisory

Job description

Natural England in the Cambridge/Shaftesbury or Norwich area is seeking a Planning Casework Higher Officer to provide expert advice on complex planning applications and development proposals, ensuring growth delivers positive outcomes for nature, communities and future generations.

You will work with planners, developers, local authorities and environmental specialists, engaging early with major developments to mitigate impacts and secure large-scale environmental gains in line with the