Pay Rate: £15.70 per hour PAYE
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
Contract: 15 June 2026 – 15 September 2026
We are recruiting for an experienced Planning Officer to support a busy Development Management team dealing with a varied caseload of planning applications and development proposals.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with experience of the UK planning system to manage applications, provide planning advice, undertake site visits and contribute to the delivery of sustainable development within local and national planning policy frameworks.
### Key Responsibilities
Process and determine a range of planning applications, consents and prior approvals
Provide pre-application planning advice to applicants and stakeholders
Assess planning applications and prepare reports with recommendations
Undertake site visits, surveys, investigations and research work
Liaise with applicants, agents, developers, councillors and statutory consultees
Negotiate planning matters, including Section 106 agreements and infrastructure contributions
Prepare and present reports to Planning Committee where required
Manage appeals and assist with the preparation of evidence and witness statements
Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with planning legislation and policy
Manage a varied caseload while meeting statutory deadlines and performance targets
### About You
The successful candidate will have:
A relevant degree in Town Planning or a related professional qualification
Experience working within Development Management, either in a local authority or private practice
Good knowledge of UK planning legislation, policy and procedures
Experience handling a variety of planning applications and consents
Strong report-writing, analytical and assessment skills
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
Full UK driving licence and access to transport for site visits
### Desirable
RTPI membership or eligibility for membership
Experience attending Planning Committees
Knowledge of planning appeals and related legal procedures
Experience negotiating Section 106 agreements and CIL matters
### What's on Offer?
£15.70 per hour PAYE
37-hour working week
Hybrid working opportunities
Varied and interesting caseload
Opportunity to gain experience within a busy Development Management team
To apply, please submit your CV or contact Lynx Employment Services for further information
Salary description
£15.70 - £15.70 per hour