Planning Officer (Development Management) ref

• Planning Officer (Development Management) Core Responsibilities - Application Assessment: Process, evaluate, and make recommendations on planning applications, listed building consents, householder planning applications, prior approvals and lawful development certificates.
• Negotiation & Site Visits: Conduct site visits and negotiate with developers to amend plans (where appropriate), ensuring high quality design and adherence to regulations.
• Pre-application Advice: Provide professional advice to residents, agents, and developers regarding the feasibility of proposals.
• Report Writing & Committee Attendance: Prepare detailed officer reports and present recommendations to the Planning Committee.
• Planning Policy & Law: Ensure compliance with the Local Plan and National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).
• Appeals: Handle planning appeals (where appropriate)

• Qualifications: A degree in Town Planning or related discipline
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of planning legislation and policies.
• Communication: Strong negotiation skills, report writing abilities, and ability to handle confrontational situations.
• Case Management: Ability to manage a high-volume, diverse caseload within strict statutory timelines

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to quoting the reference number.

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