Senior Planning Officer

Jobsgopublic; England; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A public governance organization is seeking a Senior Planning Officer to manage planning applications in Reigate. The ideal candidate will have solid Development Management experience and be eligible for RTPI membership. Responsibilities include leading applications, supervising junior officers, and providing professional advice, all within a supportive and innovative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave

15% contribution towards LGPS pension scheme

Discounts at local and high street stores

Salary sacrifice schemes

Leisure centre membership

Qualifications

• Solid Development Management experience is required.
• Eligibility for RTPI membership is essential.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead personal caseload of planning applications.
• Present at Planning Committee and defend appeals.
• Supervise Graduate Planning Officers and Planning Technicians.

Skills

Previous experience in Planning

Confident communicator

Good attention to detail

Good at working to deadlines

Ability to manage personal workload

Member of Royal Town Planning Institute or eligible

Job description

Job Title : Senior Planning Officer

Location : Town Hall, Reigate

Salary : £44,883 - £49,194pa plus £2,000pa market supplement

Basis : Permanent, Full time

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Planning Officer to join our forward-thinking Development Management Team, based in our recently refurbished Town Hall offices in Reigate.

Reporting to the Principal Planning Officer, you’ll take the lead on a personal caseload of planning applications — including presenting at Planning Committee and Development Forums, and defending decisions at appeal when required. You’ll also supervise Graduate Planning Officers and Planning Technicians, review delegated decisions, and deputise for senior colleagues when needed.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid Development Management experience and RTPI eligibility who’s ready to step up, share their expertise, and help shape the future of our borough. You’ll be providing professional advice, supporting colleagues, and working collaboratively across the Council to deliver high-quality planning outcomes.

Our team is supportive, energised, and fully paperless — embracing innovation and efficiency. We’re looking for someone with a positive attitude, excellent communication and organisational skills, and a strong team ethic.

About the Person

• Previous experience in Planning
• Confident communicator
• Good attention to detail
• Good at working to deadlines
• Ability to manage personal workload
• Member of Royal Town Planning Institute (or eligible for membership)

Staff Benefits

In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.

We provide you with competitive annual leave, and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.

Additional Information

For an informal discussion about the role, please call Andrew Benson, Head of Planning and Regulatory Services, on 01737 276175. No agencies please.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.