Senior Planning Officer - Essex
£45/hour (umbrella) - Hybrid (2 days in office) - 3–6 month contract (likely to extend)
An Essex Local Authority is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Officer to join their Development Management team. You’ll handle a varied caseload including complex minors and small majors, supporting a busy authority through an exciting period of growth.
What You’ll Do
- Manage planning applications, pre-apps, and appeals
- Prepare and present reports at committee
- Assess proposals in line with planning policy
- Engage with stakeholders to deliver quality outcomes
What You’ll Bring
- Experience in Development Management within local government
- Confidence handling complex and major applications
- Strong report writing and communication skills
- Solid understanding of planning legislation and policy
Why Apply
- £45/hr umbrella rate
- Hybrid (2 days in office)
- 3–6 month contract with scope to extend
- Join a motivated, supportive team
Interested?
📞 Contact Billy at Park Avenue Recruitment.
07763 200416 - billy@park-avenue.co.uk
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