Planning Officer

Planning Officer

Remote
£29,000 - £35,000 per annum
Full-time | Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Planning Officer to join a growing compliance and property-focused organisation on a fully remote basis.

Reporting to the Head of Certification and Licencing, you will play a key role in reviewing the planning compliance of residential properties, advising on planning legislation, and supporting the wider compliance function across a varied property portfolio.

This position would suit someone with experience in planning, housing, property compliance, or the built environment who is confident managing multiple priorities and providing practical planning advice in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Review and advise on planning applications, conversions, Lawful Development Certificates, and permitted development matters
Assess the planning compliance of existing and prospective properties
Advise on change of use, occupancy classifications, conservation areas, and listed building consents
Produce accurate reports and recommendations in line with current planning legislation
Liaise with internal compliance, certification, and property teams
Support responses to external and Home Office-related queries
Assist with planning-related training across the wider business
Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance documentation is up to date
Monitor planning changes and advise management on portfolio impactsPerson Specification

Qualifications & Training

GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths
Relevant qualification or demonstrable experience within planning, housing, property compliance, or the built environmentEssential Experience

Proven experience working within planning and housing legislation
Experience working with listed buildings and conservation areas
Experience completing or advising on planning applications from a practical perspective
Experience with property licencing and certification
Strong administrative and coordination experience within a busy environment
Experience managing multiple stakeholders both remotely and in person
Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively
Experience handling high volumes of verbal and written enquiries professionally
Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Experience managing shared inboxes and maintaining accurate recordsSkills & Competencies

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Excellent organisational and workload management skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Solution-focused approach with strong customer service awareness
Confident problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional and friendly telephone manner
Positive, enthusiastic, and adaptable approachDesirable

Experience in data analysis and reporting
Awareness of compliance requirements including Health & Safety, GDPR, and Safeguarding
Experience working within housing, property, or compliance-led environmentsBenefits

Fully remote working
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Westfield Health membership
Life cover
Pension contribution
Equipment provided for home working
Referral scheme

If you're looking for a rewarding role, please apply with your up-to-date CV (preferably in Word format) along with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role or email Lucy at for further information.

The successful applicant will be subject to Disclosure checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This role is not open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer withdrawn.

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