Senior Planning Officer

The role of the Senior Planning Officer within the Public Sector Property Department is to lead a team in executing detailed planning and development projects. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and contribute to the community in Maldon.

Client Details

Discover Maldon District Council, your trusted partner in community empowerment and progress. At the heart of Maldon, our council embodies a vision of inclusive governance, where every voice matters. From preserving our rich heritage to fostering sustainable development, we are dedicated to shaping a vibrant future for all who call Maldon home. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, we work tirelessly to deliver essential services, promote economic vitality, and create a nurturing environment for growth. Join us in building a stronger, more resilient Maldon, where opportunities abound and dreams take flight. Together, let's make a difference and build a brighter tomorrow.

Description

• Deliver customer-focused specialist advice and services in Development Management, keeping up to date with current and emerging legislation, best practice and policy to ensure continuous development and improvement in services.
• Manage complex and/or contentious planning applications, processes and compliance, regulations and legislation, acting as the single point of contact for customers on those cases and attending appeals hearings and public inquiries as appropriate.
• Support, guide and advise Graduate Planners and Technical Support colleagues, as necessary.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, as well as Members and managing key relationships with partners including Essex County Council and Local Councils and other stakeholders
• Access and accurately update all relevant information systems, both customer and back office ensuring that the master customer record is updated and maintained through verification and validation, and in accordance with Data Protection principles
• Prepare and present reports to Area Planning Committees, District Planning Committee, and other internal and external meetings and present evidence/stand as witness at planning appeal hearings and public inquiries.
• Ensure own personal and professional development is maintained including keeping up to date with relevant law, policies, working practices and procedures.

Profile

A successful Senior Planning Officer should have:

• A degree in Planning or a related field
• Experience in managing planning and development projects
• Strong knowledge of planning policies and legislation
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• The ability to manage budgets and project timelines

Job Offer

• An hourly rate of £40 to £45
• The opportunity to make a tangible impact on the Maldon community
• A supportive and professional work environment
• The chance to lead a dedicated team
• The opportunity to work on a variety of interesting projects

We encourage all who meet the above criteria to apply for this exciting opportunity in Maldon.