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Planning Enforcement Officer - Planning

Job in Sefton, Bootle, Merseyside, LA19, England, UK
Listing for: Aatom Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-10
Job specializations:
  • Government
    Government Administration, Government Agency
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 GBP Yearly GBP 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Sefton

Planning Enforcement Officer

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage a caseload of planning enforcement investigations, ensuring cases are progressed efficiently and in line with legislation and policy
  • Prepare high-quality reports and legal documentation, including Enforcement Notices, Breach of Condition Notices, Stop Notices, and Appeal Statements
  • Conduct site inspections (including occasional out-of-hours visits) to assess potential breaches of planning control
  • Ensure all enforcement decisions are robust and defensible at appeal or in court
  • Work collaboratively with internal departments and external partners to resolve enforcement issues
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and guidance
  • Deliver a responsive and customer-focused service in line with council standards
  • Contribute to team objectives and support the overall delivery of planning services
Requirements
  • Proven experience in planning enforcement within a local authority setting
  • Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and enforcement procedures
  • Experience preparing formal enforcement reports and legal notices
  • Ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines

    Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Willingness to undertake site visits, including at short notice
Why Apply?
  • Flexible hybrid working (2 days office / 3 remote)
  • Opportunity to work within a supportive public sector environment
  • Contract with potential for extension
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