At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with Local Planning Authorities to promote sustainable growth and environmental outcomes.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to sustainability and community impact.
- Benefits: Flexible working, training opportunities, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on the environment while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and an interest in planning and environmental issues.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
If you are passionate about contributing to a more sustainable environment, then this is your chance to make a meaningful impact. We’re seeking a motivated, confident and enthusiastic person to join a team that engages with a range of customers to promote sustainable growth and secure the best possible environmental outcomes.
You will manage our engagement and relationship with a designated group of Local Planning Authorities, to advise and influence:
- Planning applications
- Pre-Application advice
- Local Development Plans
You will work closely with colleagues in flood risk, water quality, contaminated land, biodiversity, and environmental management to manage and coordinate our expert advice. You will need to meet strict deadlines and targets under challenging work pressures. Alongside developing strong relationships with your Local Planning Authorities, you will also be working closely with developers and consultants, as well as having some engagement with water companies and government departments.
The successful candidate will need the ability to develop strong relationships, have excellent communication and customer service skills, and an awareness of the Government’s growth agenda, relevant planning systems, how the development industry in general operates as well as an understanding of Environment Agency objectives.
This is an opportunity to deepen your knowledge of planning systems while developing valuable skills in project management, financial oversight, leadership, and innovation. Incident response is central to our mission; everyone who joins us undertakes training and is expected to incident response, which could attract additional payments; full training is provided.
We are fully committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies.
Planning Advisor (Town and Country Planning) (London/Kent) - 35743 employer: Environment Agency Jobs
As a Correspondence Officer at our Leeds office, you will join a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values diversity and collaboration. We offer flexible working arrangements, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life while engaging in meaningful work that impacts the community. With opportunities for growth and development, you will be supported in honing your skills and advancing your career within a supportive environment.
