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Post: &nbsp; &nbsp; Technical Assistant (Planning)&nbsp; Salary: &nbsp;£27,859.52 p.a.
With exciting developments such as Brookfield Riverside and the Waltham Cross Town Centre Regeneration, Broxbourne is an exciting place to live and work, with the Council’s Planning team leading the way on these exciting projects.&nbsp; &nbsp; If you want to work in a busy, challenging yet fulfilling environment at the heart of the Council, then this is the place for you.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in a busy and thriving Planning Department. The Council is looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual to provide support in its Planning Administration Section. You should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work on your own initiative. You should have experience of working in a customer facing environment and be able to demonstrate a high standard of customer care. Ideally you will have good ICT skills and possess appropriate GCSE/’O’ level passes in English and Maths or equivalent qualifications.&nbsp;
Full training will be given, although it would be an advantage to have experience with interpreting plans and &nbsp;working in a Planning department. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Validation and registering of planning applications • &nbsp; &nbsp;Act as case officer on planning applications for lawful development certificates including making site visits, making assessments and the writing up of reports for such applications &nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Production of monthly Planning and Regulatory Committee PowerPoint • &nbsp; &nbsp;Participation in the general work of the Administration team • &nbsp; &nbsp;Answering the telephone and providing administrative support to Planning Officers.
We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The benefits package includes generous leave entitlement, a full training and development programme, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and free membership to the Council’s leisure centres, which includes free access to gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, racket sport sessions, a health suite and a range of generous discounts across other leisure and culture services.
Broxbourne Council is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Details and application forms for all job vacancies are listed on the Council’s website.
Application forms must be submitted online by 14 July 2025 quoting the above reference.
To find out more please visit <a href="http://www.broxbourne.gov.uk/planningjobs&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">www.broxbourne.gov.uk/planningjobs&amp;nbsp</a>;
For an informal discussion about the role requirements, please email <a href="mailto:diane.parsley@broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">diane.parsley@broxbourne.gov.uk</a>
Borough Offices, Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9XQ. Telephone: 01992 785509, Email: <a href="mailto:personnel@broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel@broxbourne.gov.uk</a> Website: <a href="http://www.broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.broxbourne.gov.uk</a>

Borough of Broxbourne

Technical Assistant (Planning)

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Post: &nbsp; &nbsp; PLANNING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (Monitoring) &nbsp; &nbsp; Ref: PEO Salary: &nbsp;£32,380.92
Broxbourne Council is seeking a Planning Enforcement Officer to join our busy and dynamic Planning Enforcement team on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a great opportunity to continue your professional development in planning enforcement.&nbsp;
The successful candidate will manage a complex caseload of enforcement related matters including temporary planning permissions and proactively monitor new developments to ensure that developments comply with planning regulations and the aims of Broxbourne Local Plan are realised. In this role you will investigate a range of cases, provide specific specialist planning advice to resolve breaches, conduct site inspections and safeguard development ensuring it is line with approved plans.&nbsp;
You should have some knowledge of Town Planning legislation with some practical experience of site inspections, including the writing of notes, taking photographs for evidence and dealing with customers.&nbsp;
About this role • &nbsp; &nbsp;To carry out site inspections on planning enforcement cases. Taking comprehensive notes and photographs and uploading them onto the Council internal management systems. • &nbsp; &nbsp;To understand the Permitted Development rights for development. • &nbsp; &nbsp;To carry out site inspections for S106 legal clause discharge and housing development monitoring and reporting back to the Planning Policy Section on-site inspection findings. • &nbsp; &nbsp;To liaise with the other officers in the Enforcement Team, reporting back on-site inspections, accompanying them on more complex site visits. • &nbsp; &nbsp;To complete customer correspondence for sites which after inspecting do not require planning permission.
Key responsibilities include • &nbsp; &nbsp;Support the Principal Planning Enforcement Officer in the investigating and monitoring of alleged breaches of planning control.&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;To seek to resolve through negotiation, any breaches of planning control to safeguard the public and protect the environment of the borough. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Maintain records of all investigations and ensure that any evidence is presented in a logical and coherent manner. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Make recommendations as to the appropriate course of action to address any alleged breach of planning control.&nbsp;
You will need • &nbsp; &nbsp;Proven experience dealing with the public with excellent negotiation skills • &nbsp; &nbsp;Proven investigative and/or planning experience • &nbsp; &nbsp;GCSEs (5 A-Cs or equivalent, including Maths and English) • &nbsp; &nbsp;Good level of IT skills - MS Office • &nbsp; &nbsp;Communicates effectively at all levels (excellent verbal and written skills)
Special Conditions • &nbsp; &nbsp;Ability to travel • &nbsp; &nbsp;Valid driving licence and use of a car for business purposes where necessary • &nbsp; &nbsp;This post designated as politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Politically restricted post holders are restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or for a person who is, or seeks to be, a candidate for election to a local authority, the House of Commons, or the European Parliament.
For more information about this role, please see the Job Description/Person Specification.
What can we do for you • &nbsp; &nbsp;Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • &nbsp; &nbsp;Free gym membership at local leisure centres • &nbsp; &nbsp;Access to training and development programs • &nbsp; &nbsp;Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • &nbsp; &nbsp;24 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays, which increases to 29 days after five years of service • &nbsp; &nbsp;Generous contributory local government pension scheme • &nbsp; &nbsp;Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • &nbsp; &nbsp;Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars
If you want to work in a busy, challenging yet fulfilling environment then this is the place for you.
We have adopted the core values of Teamwork, Innovation, Effectiveness and&nbsp; Respect (TIER). The values and their underlying behaviours, demonstrate our &nbsp; commitment to providing excellent customer care, working in a joined-up way, showing respect at all times and looking at innovation and forward thinking solutions. We pride ourselves on recruiting, developing and retaining talent who share this commitment.
We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The benefits package includes generous leave entitlement, a full training and development programme, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and free membership of the Council’s leisure centres, which includes free access to gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, racket sport sessions, a health suite and a range of generous discounts across other leisure and culture services.
Broxbourne Council is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Details and application forms for all job vacancies are listed on the Council’s website.
Application forms must be submitted online by 6 July 2025 quoting the above reference.&nbsp; Interviews to be held on Wednesday 30 July 2025.&nbsp;
To find out more please visit <a href="http://www.broxbourne.gov.uk/planningjobs" target="_blank">www.broxbourne.gov.uk/planningjobs</a> Borough Offices, Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9XQ. Telephone: 01992 785509, Email: <a href="mailto:personnel@broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel@broxbourne.gov.uk</a> Website: <a href="http://www.broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.broxbourne.gov.uk</a>

Planning Enforcement Officer (Monitoring)

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Salary range: £64,317 - £67,812 p.a. inc. London weighting
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: 36 hours per week
Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time
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Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
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The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us. &nbsp;
The Post
We are looking for a highly motivated individual ready to lead and manage a dynamic and growing Infrastructure Planning Team, in a borough that has an ambitious programme for regeneration and growth that is inclusive and delivers real benefits for its businesses, residents and communities.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive contribution to ensure regeneration and growth in the borough is delivered in line with Brent’s Local Plan and Borough Plan priorities. As part of the Regeneration Service, you will lead and manage the Infrastructure Planning Team staff, develop and implement innovative and practical infrastructure planning policies, procedures and associated documents, and maximise CIL and s106 collection and income. You will develop a new Infrastructure Delivery Plan, to better prioritise and deploy S106 planning obligations, CIL and other capital investment, to deliver infrastructure that best supports development and growth for the benefit of new and existing communities alike.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planner (or equivalent background and qualification) to further develop their career in this vibrant and diverse borough in north-west London. This permanent post is based at Brent Council’s award-winning offices at the heart of the Wembley Park regeneration and within walking distance of Wembley Park station.
The Person
You will have a passion for infrastructure planning, significant track record of achievement, and will play a key role in ensuring Brent’s communities can participate and share in the benefits of regeneration and growth.
Expertise of people and project management, as well as partnership working between the public and private sector, will be essential to ensure successful leadership, delivery of service objectives, and infrastructure planning and project delivery.
A positive can do attitude and a willingness to deliver innovative ways of doing things will be important, along with the ability to build positive relationships across service areas (internally &amp; externally) and to drive effective engagement with diverse local communities.
Closing date: 22 June 2025 (23:59)
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Additional Information&nbsp;

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. &nbsp;
The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>. &nbsp;
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.
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As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>

Brent Council

This is Brent

Infrastructure Planning Manager

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Salary range: £50,574 - £53,607 p.a. inc. London weighting
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: 36 hours per week
Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time
&nbsp;
Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
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The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
&nbsp;
The Post
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join a dynamic and growing Infrastructure Planning Team, in a borough that has an ambitious programme for regeneration and growth that is inclusive and delivers real benefits for its businesses, residents and communities.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive contribution to ensure regeneration and growth in the borough is delivered in line with Brent’s Local Plan and Borough Plan priorities through the planning and provision of infrastructure. At principal level you will supervise career grade officers and lead collection and processing of CIL income and s106 financial and non-financial contributions. You will proactively provide advice to colleagues and applicants on s106 obligations, CIL, infrastructure, planning applications and pre-application enquiries. &nbsp;You will establish and improve effective S106 and CIL processes, reconcile s106 and CIL accounts, and transfer MCIL collected on behalf of the Mayor of London. Working with the Infrastructure Planning Manager you will develop a new Infrastructure Delivery Plan, to better prioritise and deploy S106, CIL and other capital investment, to deliver infrastructure that best supports development and growth for the benefit of new and existing communities alike.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planner (or equivalent background and qualification) to further develop their career in this vibrant and diverse borough in north-west London. This permanent post is based at Brent Council’s award-winning offices at the heart of the Wembley Park regeneration and within walking distance of Wembley Park station.
The Person
You will have passion and enthusiasm for infrastructure planning, a track record of delivery, and desire to play your part in ensuring Brent’s diverse communities can participate and share in the benefits of regeneration and growth.
Experience of infrastructure planning and supervising staff, a comprehensive knowledge of s106 and CIL legislation and regulations, infrastructure planning policy and issues, as well as partnership working between the public and private sector, will be essential to ensure successful delivery of service objectives, and infrastructure planning and project delivery. With a positive can do attitude, you will take the initiative and be creative in problem solving and planning, collecting and investing s106 and CIL.
The role presents a fantastic opportunity for a well-organised, highly motivated individual, passionate about infrastructure planning to deliver high quality outcomes and projects.
Closing date: 22 June 2025 (23:59)
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Additional Information&nbsp;

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.


This position is only open to redeployees currently working in Brent Council. External candidates are not permitted to apply for internal only roles. Forwarding ‘internal only’ roles to external candidates may lead to disciplinary action being taken.
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This position is only open to current employees of Brent Council or Temporary Agency Workers currently working in Brent Council. External candidates are not permitted to apply for internal only roles. Forwarding ‘internal only’ roles to external candidates may lead to disciplinary action being taken.


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. &nbsp;
The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>. &nbsp;
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.
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As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a>recruitment@brent.gov.uk&nbsp;</a>

Principal CIL S106 Infrastructure Officer

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About Us:
It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lambeth.gov.uk/better-fairer-lambeth/projects/lambeth-2030-our-future-our-lambeth" target="_blank">Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth.</a>&nbsp;To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked on our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff;&nbsp;Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lambeth.gov.uk/jobs-skills/careers-lambeth-council/lambeths-behaviours" target="_blank">One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.</a>&nbsp;
About the Borough:
Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents, stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the south to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the north. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.&nbsp;
With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.
About the Team:
The Planning Policy team sits within the Climate, Planning &amp; Transport Service, and, through the development of positive, innovative planning policy and guidance, plays in an instrumental role in delivering the priorities and ambitions of the Borough Plan. It is an exciting time to join the team - you will play a key role in implementing and reviewing Lambeth’s Local Plan to support the borough’s continued sustainable growth agenda.
About the Role:
We are looking for a highly organised and motivated individual who has an interest in urban development, policy and data. You will be someone who has a passion for planning and for the positive changes it can bring in housing, employment, and other areas. You will play a key role in improving and streamlining our data collection and analysis processes, and communicating the successes, opportunities, and challenges that Lambeth faces in delivering on its development targets. You will be outward-looking and able to work well with colleagues across planning, regeneration and the wider council, as well as with external stakeholders and residents. Beyond your monitoring role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the policy work of the team, assisting with consultations, responses to national and regional policy changes, and policy development, and this role would be an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills and expand your experience within the planning sector.
For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:
<a href="https://www.lambeth.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2025-05/Planing%20Monitoring%20Officer%20JDPS-%20Updated%20final.pdf" target="_blank">Job Description and Person Specification</a>
Contact Information:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Steven Heywood at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Sheywood1@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sheywood1@lambeth.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Recruitment Timelines:
Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 29 June 2025.
Interview expected to take place weeks beginning 7 July and 14 July 2025.
Benefits:
We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:
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<li>Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.</li>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.</li>
<li>Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li>
<li>Hybrid Working.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li>
<li>Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.</li>
<li>Discounts at local restaurants.</li>
<li>Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.</li>
<li>Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.</li>
<li>Cycle to Work Scheme.</li>
<li>Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.</li>
<li>Trade Union Membership.</li>
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How to Apply:
If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application.&nbsp;
In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV and personal statement.
At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click&nbsp;<a href="https://beta.lambeth.gov.uk/about-council/lambeth-council-accreditations" target="_blank">here</a>.
We especially encourage applications from people from the Black, Asian and Multiethnic communities and while the role is open to all applicants, Lambeth will utilise the positive action provisions of the Equality Act 2010 to appoint a candidate from underrepresented groups where there is a choice between two candidates of equal merit.

Lambeth Council

Planning Monitoring Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.



About us at Hounslow
We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.
We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough.
With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before.
About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”. It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.
We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.
As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.
Our Benefits
If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these <a href="https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council" target="_blank">here.</a>
About The Role
A Senior Planner will help with the delivery of major sites; leading on complex and major planning applications, liaising with developers, applicants and senior officers, conducting negotiations and presenting applications to Planning Committee. The appointment will be commensurate with experience.
We would also consider a planner at the beginning of their career and offer a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience and to develop a strong foundation for a career within the Built.
Environment, determining a large number of householder and minor applications, as well as contributing to the overall work of the teams.
The posts require candidates who have a vision for developing the built environment to achieve the council’s aspirations, who have the confidence and capability to engage with developers, carry a caseload of major applications, and the ability and experience to work with less supervision in delivering the service.
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
Hounslow are looking for a Career Grade Planner to join their award-winning Development Management Team. The team are currently working on a wealth of planning applications critical to the social and economic wellbeing of the borough. We have high housing targets to achieve, new schools to place children in and need to create opportunities for employers who want to be in our well located borough. This must be balanced against acting on the boroughs Climate Emergency and with Green Belt, listed buildings, conservation areas and River Thames frontage that need protecting. All this needs to be delivered while playing a crucial supporting role in delivering the boroughs partnerships and values.
About you
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<li>Able to carry a caseload of planning applications and appeals and determine these within set deadlines and in accordance with quality indicators. Able to work flexibly in a changing environment responding quickly to conflicting workloads and changing priorities.</li>
<li>Able to identify the need for guidance from more senior staff.</li>
<li>Able to communicate in a sensitive and effective manner both orally and in writing and able to deal effectively with Members, the public, officers in other departments and outside organisations.</li>
<li>Able to demonstrate effective negotiation skills both inside and outside the authority, e.g. experience of negotiating major planning gain, complex enforcement matters.</li>
<li>To maintain an up to date technical knowledge of planning related legislation, principles and practice including knowledge of climate science and planning law.</li>
<li>Ability to interpret legislation, and to impart knowledge to a team.</li>
<li>Able to assess existing work practices and make recommendations for improvements.</li>
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If the points below resonate with you, we’d love you to put in an application:
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<li>A passion for the built environment and how residents experience and interact with the environment around them.</li>
<li>Enthusiasm for working within a team that seeks to find creative and pragmatic solutions to problems facing the borough.</li>
<li>A desire to proactively engage with officers, Councillors, residents and developers to negotiation best outcomes on schemes.</li>
<li>Devotion to tackling equalities where they exist within both the workplace and the borough in general.</li>
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Read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.
When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact
The key information you need about the role should be in the role profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact:
Email: <a href="mailto:Matthew.Rees@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Matthew.Rees@hounslow.gov.uk</a>
Telephone: 0208 583 6623
Interviews for this job will be held during week commencing 30th June 2025.

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