Senior Planning Officer

Are you an experienced planner looking to take the next step in your career? North East Derbyshire District Council are seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Planning Officer to join our Development Management team and help shape the future of our district.

About the role

As a Senior Planning Officer, you’ll play a key role in evaluating and determining a wide range of planning applications, from minor applications to less complex major developments. You’ll provide pre-application advice, negotiate with applicants and planning agents, prepare reports for Planning Committee, and represent the Council at appeals.

You’ll also contribute to safeguarding our built and natural environment, including Listed Buildings, Conservation Areas, and protected trees, and work closely with colleagues across the Council, elected members, and the public.

What we’re looking for?

North East Derbyshire District Council is a dynamic and ambitious organisation that takes pride in delivering excellent services to our community whilst driving economic growth and environmental sustainability for the district.

The Planning Service is integral to the delivery of the Council’s growth agenda.  The successful candidate will be an essential part of the Development Management team and will be expected to deliver timely decisions on planning applications leading to sustainable development.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

·       A recognised professional planning qualification and eligibility for RTPI membership.

·       Strong working knowledge of the Town and Country Planning system and the National Planning Policy Framework.

·       Experience in Development Management, including assessing and determining planning applications and representing the Council at appeal.

·       Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to prepare clear, robust reports and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.

·       Confidence in interpreting architectural drawings and working both independently and as part of a team.

·       A full driving licence and the ability to travel across the district.

For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.

Why work for us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive and forward-thinking planning team, where your expertise will help deliver high-quality development and protect the character of our communities.

North East Derbyshire District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people’s lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.

In return the Council offers:

·       A supportive and collaborative working environment.

·       Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

·       Flexible working arrangements, up to 35 days annual leave and a strong focus on work-life balance.

·       Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and other employee benefits.

Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: ne-derbyshire.gov.uk.

Apply today!

If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: North East Derbyshire District Council Vacancies or via Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account.  You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application.  Applications close Midnight on 9 November 2025.

Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CVs will not be accepted.

If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting North East Derbyshire District Council Contact Centre on (01246) 231111 or emailing HumanResources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Please note the Council will only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK and who possess a current work permit appropriate to the job role advertised.

For further information

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Graeme Cooper, Team Leader (Development Management) on (01246) 217174 or via email graeme.cooper@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, and we thank you for your interest in the job role.