Senior Planning Officer

Role: Senior Planning OfficerLocation: London Borough of Harrow, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NTPayrate: £36-£39 per hour (Umbrella)The London Borough of Harrow is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Officer to join their Development Management team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled planner to take on a varied caseload and contribute to high quality planning outcomes across the borough.Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a diverse caseload of planning applications, including complex and major developments
• Preparing detailed reports, recommendations, and presenting at committee where required
• Providing professional planning advice to applicants, stakeholders, and internal teams
• Ensuring all work complies with relevant legislation, policies, and deadlines

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Development Management within a UK local authority
• Strong understanding of planning legislation and policy
• Ability to manage complex cases independently
• Excellent communication and report writing skills

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