Senior Planning Officer

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Planning Officer to manage complex planning applications within a Local Authority. This contract role requires expertise in project management and the ability to provide expert advice on planning matters. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in the field, with a strong understanding of planning applications and appeals. Join a supportive team committed to ensuring candidate satisfaction and matching you to the right role. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the planning sector while working in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Dedicated Consultant

Smooth compliance and payroll system

Access to niche opportunities

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK is essential for this role.
• Proven experience as a Senior Planning Officer is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex and high-profile planning applications.
• Prepare appeal statements and represent the council in appeals.

Skills

Project Management

Expert Advice

Planning Applications Management

Industry Knowledge

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Job Description

Vox Consultants are hiring for a Senior Planning Officer for a Local Authority based in the West Midlands.

Please note, this is a Contract opportunity and only apply if you have the Right to Work in the UK and have relevant experience.

You will be:

1. Managing Planning Applications – typically more complex and high-profile applications.
2. Providing expert advice.
3. Project management.
4. Preparing appeal statements, representing the council in planning appeals and addressing enforcement issues when necessary.

Essentials:

1. Right to work in the UK – the Council will not be able to provide sponsorship for this opportunity.
2. A degree in a relevant field and proven working experience of being a Senior Planning Officer.
3. Relevant Industry knowledge.
4. Previous experience of working within a Council is beneficial but not essential.

Why Vox?

1. A Dedicated Consultant specialising in their Sector to ensure candidate satisfaction and matching you to the right role.
2. A smooth compliance and payroll system.
3. Access to niche opportunities.

Please contact Grace Gordon or alternatively [e-mail].

If this isn’t the right role for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out for a confidential conversation.