Senior Planning Officer

Corus Consultancy; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Planning Officer to join their team in London. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to community-led growth and sustainable planning initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing complex planning applications and a strong understanding of UK planning policy. You will be responsible for efficiently handling a varied caseload, presenting cases to the Planning Committee, and collaborating across departments to ensure high-quality outcomes. Join this forward-thinking organization and make a meaningful impact in the borough.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planning Officer at a senior level within a local authority.
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Review and manage a varied caseload at senior level.
• Provide professional planning advice in line with current legislation.

Skills

UK planning policy

case law

communication skills

report-writing skills

caseload management

presentation skills

Education

RTPI membership or eligibility

Job description

About the Role:

Enfield Council is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Officer (PO1) to assist with additional and project-based planning workload. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful development within the borough, supporting community-led growth and sustainable planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Efficiently review and manage a varied caseload at senior level
  
• Handle planning applications including:
  
  • New residential conversions
    
  • Changes of use
    
  • Minor developments and small-scale major residential applications
    
  • Prior approval cases
    
• Present cases to Planning Committee as required
  
• Work collaboratively across departments to ensure high-quality and timely planning outcomes
  
• Provide professional planning advice in line with current legislation and policy
  

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience as a Planning Officer at a senior level within a local authority
  
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy, case law, and legislation
  
• Skilled in managing complex caseloads and meeting strict deadlines
  
• Confident presenting cases to Committee
  
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills
  
• RTPI membership (or eligibility) is desirable