Planning Officer

You will be responsible for managing and processing a range of smaller planning applications, ensuring cases progress efficiently and decisions are made in accordance with relevant planning policies and legislation.

You will manage your own caseload, working independently while contributing to the wider Development Management team.

• £40 - £45 per hour
• Full-time contract - 37 hours per week
• Hybrid working - just one day per week in the office
• Local authority Development Management team
• ASAP start

You will have previous Development Management experience within a local authority and be confident managing a varied caseload of planning applications.

You’ll need to be organised, proactive and able to hit the ground running, progressing applications independently while maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is an attractive opportunity for an experienced Planning Officer seeking a flexible contract, offering outside-IR35 status, a competitive rate and minimal office attendance.