At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage enforcement investigations and protect the character of our vibrant borough.
- Company: Join Rushcliffe Borough Council, an award-winning local authority in Nottingham.
- Benefits: Flexible working, competitive salary, free parking, and personal development opportunities.
- Other info: Engage with a dynamic team and enjoy excellent career growth prospects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on your community while enjoying a modern work environment.
- Qualifications: Knowledge in town planning and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 44412 - 44412 £ per year.
Are you ready to protect and shape the character of a thriving borough? Rushcliffe Borough Council has an exciting opportunity!
Location: West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7YG
Salary: £28,512 - £44,412 per annum
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 23rd August 2026
About Us: Rushcliffe Borough Council is an award-winning and innovative local authority serving the area south of Nottingham. The Borough combines rural character with significant growth areas including West Bridgford alongside the River Trent and smaller towns and villages throughout. We deliver high quality, value for money services and exceed residents' expectations.
The Borough hosts major sporting facilities including Nottingham Forest football ground, Trent Bridge Cricket ground and Holme Pierrepont water sports centre. Our Planning and Growth team handles development proposals ranging from householder extensions to major housing and commercial schemes, with considerable interest from national housebuilders.
The Role: You will join our Planning and Growth team, managing your own caseload of enforcement investigations while protecting the character of the district. Day to day, you will deal with a variety of enforcement cases, completing investigations within the timelines set out in our Planning Enforcement Policy. You will have opportunities to work on interesting and potentially significant enforcement investigations, working both flexibly from home and from our modern office at Rushcliffe Arena in West Bridgford.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage your own caseload of enforcement investigations
- Conduct investigations and deal with a range of planning enforcement cases
- Protect the character and integrity of the district through effective enforcement action
- Ensure investigations are completed within agreed timelines and policies
- Communicate and negotiate with stakeholders throughout the enforcement process
You:
- Expertise and knowledge in town planning and planning enforcement
- Well organised with strong communication and negotiating skills
- Highly motivated with a wide range of experience across the planning enforcement process
- Able to manage your workload independently and prioritise effectively
Why Work For Us:
- Working in modern purpose-built offices
- Opportunities to work remotely and flexibly
- Free car parking
- Reduced membership fees at Leisure Centres
- Rushcliffe Rewards scheme to save money across retailers and leisure providers
- Annual Leave purchase and selling scheme
- Eye Care Vouchers for Specsavers
- Local Government pension scheme
- Salary sacrifice schemes available
- Training and support for CPD and personal development with a forward-looking authority
Interview Date: W/C 31st August 2026
We will also be running two drop-in sessions, giving you an opportunity to have an informal discussion of the above roles, understand more about Rushcliffe and meet some of the team ahead of submitting your application. One of the sessions will be online and one in person.
Drop-in Sessions:
- 13 August 2026 13:00-14:00 Online Microsoft Teams meeting
- 13 August 2026 14:00-15:00 In person at Rushcliffe Arena Rugby Road West Bridgford NG2 7YG
To submit your application for this exciting opportunity, click Apply today!
Planning Enforcement Officer in Nottingham employer: Rushcliffe Borough Council
Rushcliffe Borough Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and innovative work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. With flexible working options and a commitment to high-quality service delivery, employees can thrive in their roles while contributing to the community. The modern facilities at Rushcliffe Arena provide a vibrant setting for collaboration and professional advancement, making it an ideal place for planning professionals to make a meaningful impact.
Contact Details:
Rushcliffe Borough Council Recruitment Team
