Planning Officer / Senior Planning Officer
Lancashire | 3-Month Contract | £35-40 per hour
A Lancashire-based local authority is seeking an experienced Planning Officer or Senior Planning Officer to join their Development Management team on an initial 3-month contract.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive planning service, managing a varied caseload of planning applications and contributing to the delivery of high-quality development across the borough.
The Role
- Managing a mixed caseload of planning applications, including householder, minor and small major developments.
- Assessing applications against local and national planning policy.
- Preparing delegated and committee reports.
- Providing pre-application advice and engaging with applicants, agents and consultees.
- Attending committee meetings where required.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across planning and other council departments.
About You
- Previous Development Management experience within a UK local authority.
- Ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
- Strong report writing and decision-making skills.
- Experience preparing committee reports and presenting recommendations.
- RTPI membership or working towards membership is desirable.
Contract Details
- Initial 3-month contract with potential for extension.
- £35-40 per hour.
- Weekly office presence required.
- Flexible working arrangements available outside of office days.
If you're an experienced Planning Officer or Senior Planning Officer looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you.
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0161 470 5506
