Senior Planning Officer - London - £26-30 per hour

A brand new opportunity has arisen in for a Senior Planning Officer to join one of London's most active Development Management services.

The client is an authority with exciting growth plans after a recent restructure and continued expansion of the service in line with their ever increasing demands in Development Management.

As Senior Planning Officer you will be playing a key role in handling cases which would be considered as complex minor to medium. You will need to demonstrate strong report writing skills in handling similar cases.

To lead negotiations on planning applications, including significant complex development proposals to achieve outcomes to meet Council objectives.
To provide timely and relevant advice in relation to strategic developments and Householder/other to Council members, relevant Committees, Public Inquiries, public meetings and local people.
To ensure that there is full and effective engagement of public and stakeholders in the process.
To provide support and supervision, as required, to planners and graduate planners.

As Planning Officer, you will:

Have 2 years' experience in a development management planning role within a UK Local Authority.
Be available for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension beyond this period.
MUST HOLD A VALID DRIVERS LICENCE

The client is offering a pay rate between £26-30 per hour and the role will be inside IR35. After your first few weeks settling in you will also be offered the opportunity to work remotely.

To speak about this position or similar opportunities in this field, please contact Ollie Melton on 0151 666 8977 or email your CV today.

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