Senior Planning Enforcement Officer

South East England

Competitive

Full Time

Planning

26 August 2026

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Senior Planning Enforcement Officer : Contract Opportunity

A local authority client in the South East of England is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Enforcement Officer to join their team on an initial 3-month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced enforcement professional looking for a flexible working arrangement within a supportive local authority team.

The Role

  • Managing a varied caseload of planning enforcement investigations.
  • Investigating alleged breaches of planning control and assessing expediency.
  • Preparing and serving enforcement notices, breach of condition notices, planning contravention notices, and other formal action where appropriate.
  • Negotiating resolutions with landowners, developers, and agents.
  • Conducting site visits and providing professional enforcement advice to colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Working independently while contributing to an experienced planning enforcement team.

Details

  • Location: South East England
  • Position: Senior Planning Enforcement Officer
  • Contract Length: Initial 3 months (likely extension)
  • Rate: £35–£45 per hour DOE
  • Working Pattern: Flexible working, with office attendance primarily required for site visits and team meetings.

About You

The client is looking for an experienced Planning Enforcement Officer who can confidently manage their own caseload, make sound enforcement judgements, and deliver high-quality outcomes with minimal supervision. Previous local authority planning enforcement experience is essential.

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