At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse planning applications and provide pre-application guidance.
- Company: Bromley Council, a supportive and dynamic local authority.
- Benefits: £32.68 per hour, hybrid working, bi-weekly pay, and career growth.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team and expand your local authority experience.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in planning while enjoying flexible work arrangements.
- Qualifications: Degree in Planning or related field; experience in Development Management.
The predicted salary is between 32.68 - 32.68 £ per hour.
Bromley Council is seeking a seasoned Planning Officer to enhance its Development Management team. This role is pivotal in managing a diverse portfolio of planning applications, offering pre-application guidance, participating in Planning Committees, and contributing to the delivery of a superior planning service. The position demands working in a dynamic, goal-oriented setting, handling a wide array of applications while ensuring adherence to planning laws, policies, and statutory obligations.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee a diverse range of planning applications, including:
- Householder applications
- Prior Approval applications
- Lawful Development Certificates
- Change of Use applications
- Minor developments
- Pre-application enquiries
- Draft comprehensive officer reports and recommendations.
- Make determinations on applications under delegated authority when suitable.
- Offer pre-application advice to applicants and developers.
- Present applications at Planning Committee meetings.
- Lead smaller planning appeals, including written representations.
- Conduct planning site visits as necessary.
- Coordinate with statutory and non-statutory consultees.
- Address inquiries from residents, councillors, developers, agents, and stakeholders.
- Apply and interpret planning legislation, policies, and guidance.
- Achieve performance targets and meet statutory deadlines.
- Contribute to the efficient delivery of Development Management services.
Requirements:
- Experience in Development Management or a Planning environment.
- Proficient knowledge of planning legislation and policy.
- Proven experience in processing planning applications.
- Skilled in researching, analyzing, and interpreting planning information.
- Strong report writing and communication abilities.
- Capable of managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines.
- Experience presenting information to diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Competence in interpreting technical plans and supporting documents.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Planning or a related field such as:
- Town Planning
- Urban Design
- Architecture
- MRTPI Membership or eligibility for membership.
Desirable Experience:
- Experience in Local Authority Planning.
- Participation in Planning Committees.
- Handling planning appeals.
- Providing pre-application advice.
What's on Offer?
- £32.68 per hour (Umbrella)
- 4-Month Contract
- Hybrid Working (2 Days in Office / 3 Days Remote)
- Location: Bromley, Kent
- Bi-weekly Pay
- Opportunity to work on a wide variety of planning applications.
- Supportive Development Management team.
- Excellent opportunity for Planning Officers seeking to expand their local authority experience.
Planner in Bromley employer: Civic Recruitment Limited
Civic Recruitment Limited is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where strategic leadership in the Special Educational Needs service can truly make a difference in children's lives. With a strong focus on collaboration and professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to meaningful outcomes in the Bromley community. The supportive culture and commitment to high-quality services make this an attractive opportunity for those looking to lead impactful change.
