Senior Planning Officer

Senior Planning Officer

Salary: £39,862 - £42,839 per annum. Scale PO3, 37 hrs per week, Permanent.

At Telford & Wrekin Council, we’re proud to be recognised by Planning Resource as a Platinum Authority, one of only 7 Planning Authorities across the country. We’re looking for a Senior Planning Officer to help us continue this success.

Are you looking for a challenge and a diverse range of work? Do you want to work in an innovative, positive team that shapes and develops the places we live and work in?

This is your chance to join a high‑performing, award‑winning Development Management Team that’s shaping the future of our borough through bold, sustainable growth and innovation.

• Lead officer for major, high‑profile planning applications, including strategic sites under the new Local Plan.
• Work within a holistic, co‑located team of expert consultees to deliver excellent planning outcomes.
• Prepare and present cases to formal legal inquiries, manage Section 106 Agreements, and coordinate with elected members and the community.
• Advise on development management, local, regional and national policy, and deliver responsive decision‑making.

• Proven experience in managing major planning applications and presenting cases to formal legal inquiries.
• Detailed knowledge of planning applications, Section 106 Agreements and development management, including local, regional and national policies and priorities.
• Excellent time‑management skills.
• A passion for place‑making and sustainable development.
• Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and with stakeholders.

• A competitive salary with a generous relocation package considered for exceptional candidates.
• Generous annual leave (24–32 days) plus 8 bank holidays and 1 concessionary day.
• Flexible and hybrid working.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Learning and development pathways.
• Employee benefits scheme with discounts on shopping, travel and more.
• Health and wellbeing support, including counselling and EAP.
• Free on‑site parking.
• A modern office in the heart of Telford Town Centre, surrounded by green space, leisure and culture.

Telford & Wrekin Council is proud of its inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.