A Local Authority in London is seeking an experienced Planning Officer to support its Development Management service in tackling a significant backlog of planning applications.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated planner with strong Development Management experience to join a busy planning team and make an immediate impact. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of planning applications, helping to improve decision-making timescales and support service performance objectives.
- Managing a caseload of backlog and live planning applications.
- Assessing a range of minor and householder applications, with the opportunity to handle more complex cases depending on experience.
- Preparing delegated reports and recommendations.
- Liaising with applicants, agents, consultees, councillors and members of the public.
- Undertaking site visits where required.
- Ensuring applications are determined in accordance with relevant planning legislation and policy.
- Contributing to the authority's backlog reduction programme and performance targets.
To be considered, candidates should have:
- Previous experience within a Local Authority Development Management team.
- A strong understanding of UK planning legislation and policy.
- Experience preparing high-quality officer reports and recommendations.
- The ability to manage a high-volume caseload and work autonomously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- RTPI membership or eligibility is desirable but not essential.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Competitive hourly rate.
Long-term extension to contract possible.
Opportunity to contribute to a high-profile service improvement programme.
Supportive and collaborative planning team environment.
If you're an experienced Development Management Planner available for your next contract opportunity and interested in helping a Local Authority address its planning backlog, we'd be keen to hear from you.
For further information or to discuss similar opportunities within the planning sector, please get in touch.
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