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Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Temporary 24 August to 24 November 2026 Hybrid: 2 days per week in Walsall, including every Tuesday Driving: Full driving licence and access to own vehicle essential Interview: Microsoft Teams
We are recruiting for an experienced Planning Officer (Development Management) to join a small and busy planning team in Walsall on an initial three-month contract.
Priority will be given to candidates who are available immediately or at short notice. The successful candidate will primarily assist with new and reallocated householder and minor planning applications, pre-applications and associated appeals.
### The Role
You will manage your own planning caseload and support the delivery of an effective Development Management service.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing householder and minor planning applications
- Dealing with pre-application enquiries and providing planning advice
- Assessing planning submissions against relevant legislation and planning policy
- Undertaking site visits
- Preparing clear reports, recommendations and correspondence
- Carrying out consultations and statutory publicity requirements
- Negotiating with applicants, agents and other stakeholders
- Monitoring developments to ensure compliance with planning permissions
- Supporting planning enforcement matters where required
- Preparing statements and dealing with planning/enforcement appeals
- Representing the Council at meetings and appeals where required
- Managing your caseload to meet statutory and local performance targets
The full specification confirms xgikmsk that the role can also involve investigating alleged breaches of planning control and preparing enforcement notices, statements of evidence and, where required, giving evidence at hearings, inquiries or court.
### About You
We are looking for someone who has:
Previous practical experience within Development Management, planning policy and/or planning enforcement Experience managing a caseload of householder and minor planning applications Good working knowledge of planning legislation Experien
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Planning Officer Development Management in Walsall employer: Lynx Employment Services
As a leading employer in the compliance sector, we offer a dynamic work culture that prioritises flexibility and employee well-being, allowing you to thrive in a predominantly remote role while still enjoying the benefits of occasional collaboration in our Shrewsbury office. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you have ample opportunities for growth and advancement, making this an ideal environment for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
