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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
Senior Planning Officer Permanent Full-time/Part-time/Job Share considered.
About the role:
We are looking for 2 Senior Planners to come and join Wirral, working across our planning services team. Whether you’re looking for career progression or a further challenge we have a range of projects and meaningful work in which we need your expertise.
Your main responsibility will be to process and determine a caseload of planning applications, appeals, discharge of conditions and all other post-decision matters. You will undertake all necessary site inspections, preparing reports and recommendations for applications.
We are keen to have an informal discussion with any interested candidates, to understand what they would like to get out of a role here in Wirral. We recognise more than ever the need for work-life balance and true meaning in the work we do, therefore we want to speak with any interested candidates informally and provide an opportunity to hear more about the roles available.
Wirral is ideally situated in the Northwest with excellent transport links to Liverpool, Manchester, Chester, and North Wales and very close to major motorway networks. This coupled with our hybrid working approach and flexibility in working patterns i.e full and part time opportunities, ensures work-life balance for our employees. Wirral also has several great places to live and a range of outstanding schools.
Support towards continual professional development, hybrid working, generous annual leave/option to purchase additional leave are just a few of our benefits please see our candidate pack for further information.
About Us
At Wirral Council, we work together to make Wirral a place we can all be proud of. We know Wirral Council touches almost every aspect of residents’ lives. That is a huge responsibility. Our vision is to create equity for people and place and opportunities for all to secure the best possible future for our residents, communities, and businesses.
Wirral is thriving and constantly changing. We have completely rewritten who we are as an organisation. It’s an exciting time for our borough as we progress our ambitious plans and developments. Our priorities are developed based on what our residents have told us they want and need.
In response we’re working to:
Build a prosperous and inclusive economy for residents and businesses.
Create a sustainable environment to and lead the way on tackling climate change.
Provide safe and pleasant communities.
Support residents to lead active and healthy lives.
Provide brighter futures for our children, young people and their families.
For an informal chat about this role– please contact Steve Lacey – <a href="mailto:stevenlacey@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">stevenlacey@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress, and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things, and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing, and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard; each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions difference and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible, please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Senior Planning Officer

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At Arun District Council, we are continuously working to improve wellbeing, housing, the environment and the economy within the district. We care about making a difference to those who live, work, and visit Arun, and you could be&nbsp;that difference.
Overall Job Purpose:
We are looking for an ambitious, skilled and motivated planner to join our Strategic Development Team.
You will play a key role in the evaluation and determination of a wide range of planning applications, focusing on the delivery of the strategic allocations within the Local Plan. Providing a great opportunity to develop your professional skills and gain experience of dealing with major development.
As a Principal Planner you will also help to shape the future of our service and play a vital role in mentoring colleagues and helping them to develop.
To succeed in this role, you will:
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<li>Be a qualified town planner (or hold a related qualification).</li>
<li>Have significant experience of development management processes including dealing with planning appeals.</li>
<li>Having experience of preparing reports, appeal statements and presenting applications at Planning Committee.</li>
<li>You will be a strong negotiator.</li>
<li>Process excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li>
<li>Be passionate about design quality, sustainability and community engagement.</li>
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This post will suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to help shape future growth in the District.
For more information about joining the Strategic Development Team, the role profile is located at the bottom of this advert. It details the main duties of the job as well as the behaviours and competencies (evaluated at interview stage).
We love to invest in our people, providing the opportunity for professional development and fulfilment. Work life balance is encouraged, and we enjoy a variety of flexible working arrangements. Please see <a href="https://www.arun.gov.uk/why-work-for-arun" target="_blank">Why work for Arun</a> for more information on what Arun offers their employees.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability.
For support with your application and CV writing, please visit <a href="https://www.arun.gov.uk/applying-for-adc-job" target="_blank">Applying for a job with us</a>. If you need further support with the application process, please contact Askhr, regarding alternative ways to apply.
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Neil Crowther, Group Head of Planning on 01903 737839
CLOSING DATE: 9 February 2026 23:59pm

Arun District Council

Principal Planning Officer

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Interested candidates can download the job description and view further information from our online vacancy page.&nbsp;
For further information regarding the position please contact Sarah Witherley, Head of Planning and Building Services, by emailing <a href="mailto:switherley@planning.gov.fk" target="_blank">switherley@planning.gov.fk</a> or by calling (+500) 28480.
Alternatively, please contact Steve Dent, Deputy Director of Development &amp; Commercial Services, by emailing <a href="mailto:SDent@sec.gov.fk" target="_blank">SDent@sec.gov.fk</a> or by calling (+500) 27040.
To apply, please complete our online application form from our vacancy page <a href="http://www.jobs.gov.fk/" target="_blank">www.jobs.gov.fk</a>, by clicking on 'Apply Now' and completing the form.&nbsp;
Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process
Closing Date for Applications – 27/02/2026 (international)
Shortlisting – 05/03/2026
Interviews&nbsp; - w.c. 30/03/2026

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Do you recognise that effective planning is a vital tool in delivering successful community growth? Would you like to work in a thriving economy, embarking on a period of increased development and a challenging portfolio of major Government infrastructure projects? If so, come and use your skills and knowledge to help shape the future development of the Falkland Islands for many years to come. 
The Role
You will be a key member of the team with a focus on all aspects of development management and the determination of all planning applications, including but not limited to householder applications, single dwellings, small housing developments, hydrocarbons and EIA development.
You will support the Head of the Planning and Building Services in the review of the development plan (and ongoing legislative and procedural improvements), and develop the work of the Historic Buildings Committee.
The Person
Ideally you will have a wide range of development management experience covering all aspects of development management functions. You must have experience in preparing committee reports and presenting to committees. You will assist in providing a high quality, customer-focused planning service delivering timely and quality decisions by acting as or supervising other case officers in the processing of pre-application enquiries and more complex planning applications.
With good communication and interpersonal skills, you will be well-organised, proactive and have a flexible approach.
Core Requirements
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<li>At least three years post-qualification experience in Planning / Development Management.</li>
<li>Degree in Planning and Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI) or equivalent.</li>
<li>Good verbal and written communication skills, able to produce reports for senior management.</li>
<li>Experience of working collaboratively with service users and dealing with members of the public.</li>
<li>Solid project management experience and able to manage conflicting priorities.</li>
<li>Valid manual driving license.</li>
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The Package
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<li>Fixed Term Contract, up to 4 years</li>
<li>Starting Salary £42,641 to £49,090 (depending on qualifications and experience).</li>
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<li>25% Gratuity, paid upon successful completion of the contract.</li>
<li>30 Days Annual Leave, plus government and public holidays (totalling 41 days leave).</li>
<li>Relocation Allowance, to help with moving costs.</li>
<li>Flights Package for you and your dependents, including mid-term return flight home.</li>
<li>Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.</li>
<li>A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in </li>
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How to Apply
Interested candidates can download the job description and view further information from our online vacancy page.&nbsp;
For further information regarding the position please contact Sarah Witherley, Head of Planning and Building Services, by emailing <a href="mailto:switherley@planning.gov.fk" target="_blank">switherley@planning.gov.fk</a> or by calling (+500) 28480.
Alternatively, please contact Steve Dent, Deputy Director of Development &amp; Commercial Services, by emailing <a href="mailto:SDent@sec.gov.fk" target="_blank">SDent@sec.gov.fk</a> or by calling (+500) 27040.
To apply, please complete our online application form from our vacancy page <a href="http://www.jobs.gov.fk/" target="_blank">www.jobs.gov.fk</a>, by clicking on 'Apply Now' and completing the form.&nbsp;
Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process
Closing Date for Applications – 27/02/2026 (international)
Shortlisting – 05/03/2026
Interviews&nbsp; - w.c. 30/03/2026
The Working Environment
Planning &amp; Building Services
A small, friendly department in Stanley, Planning and Building Services delivers statutory planning and building control functions, provides statutory environmental functions, co-ordinates the delivery, monitoring and review of the Biodiversity Framework and Waste Management Action Plan, administers grant schemes and advances environmental good practice and sustainable use of natural resources within the Falkland Islands.
Development &amp; Commercial Services
The Development &amp; Commercial Services directorate is responsible for the development of ‘Place’ across the Falkland Islands, ensuring that the activities of Planning, Development, Regeneration, Leisure Services, Corporate Programmes and Procurement operate in a co-ordinated manner to efficiently and effectively enable the achievement of the Government’s priorities and successful delivery of the National Infrastructure Plan.
Falkland Islands Government (FIG)
The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government.
As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by central government – taxation, legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGAS.
For more information about working for Falkland Islands Government, take a look at our recruitment microsite: <a href="http://www.jobs.gov.fk/" target="_blank">www.jobs.gov.fk</a>
The Falkland Islands
Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams!
The Falkland Islands’ stunning natural environment provides an unspoiled landscape and amazing wildlife to observe and explore, including penguins, whales and dolphins, all seen from the shore.
For those with a sense of adventure, it provides opportunities which are hard to match anywhere else in the world.

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About Portsmouth City CouncilPortsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/" target="_blank">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>.Why work for us?We are looking for a Principal Planning Officer to join our service. This is a full time, permanent role based at the Civic Offices, here in Portsmouth. We offer hybrid working where 2 days will be office based.This is an exciting time to come and join our Service, we are busy with major infrastructure projects across the city and you will be part of the team that will be unlocking housing and regeneration opportunities to shape the future of Portsmouth.Your new roleYou will be responsible for dealing with Major/PPA applications, with a modest number of minor cases in addition. You will report and present cases to Planning Committee and handle any associated appeals where necessary, as well as providing guidance and advice to a wide range of customers inside and outside of the organisation. You will provide support and advice to junior members of the development management team.The team is committed to delivering a responsive customer-focused service that brings forward sustainable development that meets the housing and employment needs of the City. Who is the person summary:To apply, you must have:<ul><li>A relevant planning qualification</li><li>Full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)— this is essential</li></ul>You will also need:<ul><li>Solid knowledge of planning legislation and experience working within Development Management</li><li>A proven track record of handling development proposals successfully, including major applications</li><li>Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills</li><li>The ability to lead on complex planning matters and support others in the team</li><li>An understanding of local government, political sensitivities, and the role planning plays in delivering regeneration</li><li>Experience in enforcement and a problem‑solving, proactive approach to work</li><li>Confidence engaging with customers and partners, providing clear and accurate professional advice</li></ul>For the full details, please review the job profile attached below. Additional informationIf you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Nick Lloyd-Davies: email: <a href="mailto:Nick.Lloyd-Davies@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">Nick.Lloyd-Davies@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>Interview date: interviews will be held on the 19th and 20th February 2026.Our recruitment processFull information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/support-for-applicants/" target="_blank">Support for applicants - Careers portal</a>Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post. We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office minimum 2 days a week (pro rata for part time), this remains flexible, depending on the role and subject to business needs.In the personal statement, you must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had.If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be shortlisted.Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact<a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616 800.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>Our Technical Support team is the engine room that supports the entire Planning and Building Control Service. Our Support Officers are the interface with the council’s Customer Services team and provide high quality communication and technical advice to our service users. The team registers and validates all Planning and Building Control applications and is responsible for leading our programme of process review, our system updates as well as driving and monitoring our overall service performance.  As an Assistant Technical Support Officer, your main role is to make sure everyone – customers, the public, both internal and external stakeholders (including our Councillors) – receive high quality, consistent and efficient support for the effective administration and performance management of the Planning and Building Control Service.  You will play a key role in supporting the&nbsp;Technical Support Team Leaders and all other members of the Planning and Building Control&nbsp;Service in their role and duties. <h2>Additional information</h2>You will need a genuine interest in the Planning and Building Control environment and an interest in ensuring our community in West Northamptonshire thrives. Our ideal person will have experience working in a busy customer focused area and have fantastic communication skills as you will engage with the public and handle their feedback, making sure everything aligns with our corporate standards. Plus,&nbsp;you'll&nbsp;pitch in with process improvements, communications strategies, and training programs. In planning, we are passionate about people,&nbsp;places&nbsp;and sustainability.  We balance development to support new housing and jobs with protecting the environment for future generations and our commitment to net zero by 2030. We want to create an outstanding natural environment, fit for future generations. If this is something that you feel excited about,&nbsp;we’d&nbsp;love to&nbsp;hear from you.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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We are currently looking to attract an ambitious and confident Planner capable of leading on a wide range of applications.
Chelmsford is the first city in Essex, and its proximity to London ensures continuous development pressures. In addition to the 2000+ planning applications that we receive annually, we are working with partners to assess National Strategic&nbsp;Infrastructure Projects, including powerline and solar projects. The review of Chelmsford’s Local Plan is at an advanced stage with a view to adoption late 2026 and this sets out new proposed sites for strategic and local developments. The Chelmsford Garden Community is a growing development of 10,000 new homes and employment sites delivering new neighbourhoods, schools, parks and rail/bus/cycle connections. A second Garden Community to the East of Chelmsford is also proposed through the review of the Local Plan.
If you have good written and verbal communication skills &amp; excellent attention to detail; if you can work flexibly on a wide range of tasks both independently and as part of a team; if you’d like to be part of bringing forward high quality development schemes to help us continue to deliver our Councillors‘ and residents‘ high expectations then this role is for you.
The successful applicant will have relevant Planning qualifications and eligibility for membership of the RTPI, if not already a member. The postholder will be a relatively experienced individual practiced in working within Development Management and dealing with complex schemes. You will be ambitious for new opportunities, and a team player with a can-do approach to finding solutions.
The successful applicant will be required to work 37 hours per week.
This role currently attracts a Market Rate Supplement of £1250 per annum, paid monthly, this will be reviewed annually.
Please note should sufficient applications be received prior to the closing date, we may close the role for applications early.
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.

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About the Role
The role sits within our friendly and forward thinking Spatial Planning Team, which is within a growing team of exceptional individuals in our Policy and Strategy Directorate, and is responsible for the preparation of our innovative and pioneering Spatial Development Strategy (SDS).
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront&nbsp;of the national roll out of strategic planning, through playing a central role in progressing our emerging Liverpool City Region SDS to adoption. Our SDS will shape future development throughout the Liverpool City Region, with core goals of economic inclusion, social value, addressing health inequalities and meeting the challenge of climate change.&nbsp; We work in partnership with our local authorities and stakeholders in the public, private and third sectors to develop the SDS.&nbsp;
We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Spatial Planning Officer who is passionate about strategic planning, has a track record of preparing sound, evidence based planning policy, can work collaboratively and has a clear ambition to deliver results that will have a positive impact on the Liverpool City Region.
The postholder will play a significant role in the production of the SDS and its associated activities, including developing a robust evidence base across a number of different technical areas, writing sound policies, community engagement activities, progressing the SDS through the examination process and working collaboratively with a wide range of colleagues, both internal and external.
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About the person
You will have strong knowledge, experience, and understanding of planning policy and its associated processes, ideally at the strategic planning level.&nbsp; You will have a clear understanding of the opportunities (and challenges) that development of the SDS presents to the Liverpool City Region in delivering future growth and prosperity, as well as an understanding of the Liverpool City Region itself and the opportunities presented by devolution. We want an exceptional individual with the ability to make a positive, meaningful impact on the development of our SDS, and who can work proactively, building strong relationships with stakeholders and our constituent local authorities.
You will be able to prepare key evidence, and undertake analysis, consultation and policy development for the SDS, and support other team members in these processes also.&nbsp; You will also recognise and support the links between the SDS and other areas of CA activity, including economic, housing, environmental, skills and investment policies.&nbsp; You will be politically aware with the ability to work at pace and have a track record of operating in a complex policy environment.
You will have excellent communication skills, and have a strong track record of collaborative working with a range of partners.&nbsp; You will also have experience of working in a changing national planning context, and understanding what this means for your work.
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If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.
Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your application will be used for shortlisting.
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<li>1. Knowledge of the key issues facing the Liverpool City Region</li>
<li>2. Experience of developing planning policy at a strategic level, as well as at Local Plan level</li>
<li>3. Good written and oral presentation skills with ability to present complex ideas in a clear and comprehensible way</li>
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Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.
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About the organisation
The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.
The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.
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Staff benefits
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<li>Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%</li>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days</li>
<li>Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner</li>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working</li>
<li>24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service</li>
<li>Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme</li>
<li>Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms</li>
<li>Bike to Work Scheme</li>
<li>Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning</li>
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Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.
To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your application how you meet the key essential criteria listed above.
Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.
Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
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Role could be eligible for sponsorship
We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa</a>

Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

Senior Spatial Planning Officer

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Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk</a> or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.



Career grade planner

Graduate Planner - Salary: Band C: £30,269 - £32,790 plus 10% MRP £3,026 - £3279
Planner - Salary: Band D: £35,162 - £38,009 plus 10% MRP £3,516.2 - £3,800
Senior Planner – Salary: Band E: £41,506 - £44,803 10% MRP £4,150 - £4,480
Principal Planner - Salary: Band F: £46,870 - £50,011 &amp; 10% MRP £4,687 – £5,001

Department: Development Management 
Join our planning team to shape the future of Sevenoaks
We’re ambitious for our staff, our customers, and our Council.
We offer planners:
Variety and challenge
<ul>
<li>High profile projects including strategic housing sites</li>
<li>Clear pathways for progression, and</li>
<li>Opportunities to influence the wider Development Management service.</li>
</ul>
Close to London but surrounded by beautiful countryside, our work provides experience of urban areas, heritage assets and National Landscapes. We’re looking for passionate individuals to help shape the future of Sevenoaks District. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your planning career, this is your opportunity to make a real and lasting impact in one of Kent’s busiest and most forward-thinking planning departments.
Why Join Us?

<ul>
<li>Career Growth: We’re committed to helping you grow. From graduates to experienced planners, you’ll have access to training, mentoring, and opportunities to work on a wide range of interesting applications and projects.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Supportive Team Culture: Our planning teams are experienced, collaborative, and genuinely supportive. You’ll be surrounded by colleagues who are generous with their knowledge and invested in your success.</li>
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<li>Innovative Environment: We embrace smart working and cutting-edge tech, including 3D mapping and digital planning tools like Idox/Uniform and Enterprise. We’re always looking ahead.</li>
</ul>
What You’ll Be Doing
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<li>Managing your own caseload of planning applications and pre-application enquiries</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Collaborating with teams across the Council to deliver excellent service</li>
<li>Taking on new challenges and learning from experienced colleagues</li>
<li>For Graduate and Planner roles: working on larger schemes with senior staff to build your expertise</li>
<li>For Senior and Principal Planners: leading on complex projects and expanding your professional influence</li>
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What We’re Looking For
Enthusiastic, motivated individuals who want to make a difference
<ul>
<li>Organised professionals with an eye for detail and a commitment to deadlines</li>
<li>A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a thriving district</li>
<li>A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits</li>
<li>A relevant degree is ideal, but we welcome applications from those with equivalent experience or transferable skills</li>
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Why Sevenoaks?
We’re proud to be a high-performing local authority that values innovation, collaboration and people-first service. You’ll be joining a team that cares deeply about its work and is committed to learning, development, and continuous improvement. You’ll be supported to make decisions, take initiative, and grow your career.
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<li>Outstanding Location: Nestled between two National Landscapes and just 30 minutes from central London, Sevenoaks offers the best of both worlds — natural beauty and urban connectivity.</li>
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What’s in it for you?
You’ll join a dynamic and forward-thinking team delivering services that matter. Every day is different, and the impact you’ll have on people’s quality of life is immediate and rewarding.
We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation – our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing.
Flexible Working &amp; Benefits:
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<li>Enhanced annual leave of up to 31 days depending on Salary Band (excluding bank holidays)</li>
<li>Additional leave after 5 years of service</li>
<li>Extra Christmas closure day</li>
<li>Hybrid working</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Opportunities to join in with social activities</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,</li>
<li>Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT</li>
<li>Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, a free, 24/7, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service</li>
</ul>

Let’s Talk
We’d love to tell you more about the role and our team. For an informal chat, please contact:
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<li>Alison Salter&nbsp;– 01732 227337</li>
<li>Aaron Hill&nbsp;– 01732 227494</li>
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To find out more please visit <a href="http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/jobs</a>
Closing date: 16 February 2025
Interview will be in person on the following dates: &nbsp;24 and 26 February 2025

Career Grade Planner (Graduate/Principal/Senior)

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking an Enforcement Officer or Senior Enforcement Officer (Grade 6 or Grade 7 – depending on skills and experience) to join our Delivery and Enforcement Team.We are a well-staffed and high performing team that are responsible for investigating, monitoring and where appropriate taking action against alleged breaches of planning controls. Resolving issues through discussion and negotiation is also a key part of the role. You will spend much of your time out and about visiting sites but will also work from home or the office to assess and collate evidenceNorth Somerset is a constrained area in planning terms with Green Belt, National Landscapes, extensive areas vulnerable to flooding and other sensitive environments. Our challenges are wide ranging and as a result the role provides a great opportunity to develop your experience and skills. The position requires either experience of enforcement of legislation or working knowledge of Town and Country planning law preferably with some experience relevant to the role. Good communication skills and attention to detail are important.While this position is based in the Town Hall, Weston-Super-Mare we operate a hybrid working environment. Most of the team predominantly work from home however we encourage staff to come into the office as much as possible.A valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Tasks relating to the investigation of alleged breaches of planning control to include site inspections, negotiating, and monitoring in respect of unauthorised development and other breaches of planning control.</li><li>Tasks relating to proactive compliance and monitoring of planning permissions.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of cases for enforcement or other legal action within appropriate timescales including statements in relation to appeal and court proceedings.</li><li>Manage effective relationships with applicants, agents, town and parish councils, council employees and the public.</li><li>Communicate effectively with colleagues and customers both verbally and in writing through the appropriate use of case or site notes and other records.</li><li>See the attached career grade structure for further information. </li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about development management, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Vocational qualification or evidence of working to academic level 3 or 4 relevant to planning practice</li><li>Practical experience of working within a planning / enforcement or related environment.</li><li>Demonstrate a good understanding of planning policy, legislation, processes and practices.</li><li>Valid driving license and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Undergraduate Degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent</li><li>Eligibility for membership of RTPI</li><li>Customer service experience</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Chris Nolan, Delivery and Enforcement Service Manager at <a href="mailto:chris.nolan@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.nolan@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Thursday 19 February 2026.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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North Somerset Council

Planning Officer/Senior Planning Officer (Enforcement)

Job Description Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Join us to lead the future of location-based intelligence at Lewisham. &nbsp; We are looking for a motivated and experienced GIS and Spatial Data Analyst to join our award-winning Data Science, Insight &amp; Performance Team, supporting services across the Council through expert spatial analysis, mapping and geospatial systems leadership.You will play a key role in maintaining and developing our Local Land and Property Gazetteer (LLPG) and GIS infrastructure, supporting key council services and statutory functions, and driving UPRN integration to enable smarter, joined-up decision-making through spatial data.Working closely with &nbsp;cross-functional teams, you will help deliver impactful geospatial insight and analysis to inform strategic and operational decisions across the Council, and strengthens collaboration with our external partners.If you're passionate about using geospatial data to drive service improvements, deliver an outstanding customer experience and thrive in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment – this is the role for you.What’s the role?<ul> <li>You will play a key role in managing the Council’s spatial databases for web and desktop GIS platforms, ensuring data integrity, availability, reproducibility and security, and compliance with BS7666 standards.</li> <li>To provide technical expertise on the design, development and delivery of innovative geospatial solutions to streamline workflows and support strategic and operational projects.</li> <li>Provide strategic GIS leadership and champion the use of the LLPG as the Council’s primary property database, enabling data interoperability and seamless integration across wider Council systems.</li></ul> What we’re looking for You will bring proven experience in supporting GIS and LLPG systems, with a strong understanding of BS7666 data standards and UPRN integration.Attention to detail and strong data management capabilities are essential, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across our geospatial datasets. You will be comfortable working with tools like QGIS, DynamicMaps (MapThat), GeoServer and have experience with spatial databases such as PostGIS or SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate experience with Python for GIS scripting and automation and confidence working with APIs and integrating external spatial data services (e.g. Ordnance Survey Data Hub, Environment Agency).You will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, working with teams across the council to identify opportunities where geospatial insight and innovation can improve service delivery and efficiency.As someone who is self-motivated and curious, you will stay on top of emerging GIS technologies, while helping to embed geospatial thinking into the fabric of the organisation.What’s in it for you? Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including: <ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies&nbsp;</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans&nbsp;</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li> </ul> Location The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis. The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s. <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed. &nbsp; For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Mia Polovina, Data Science, Insight &amp; Performance Lead at <a href="mailto:mia.polovina@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">mia.polovina@lewisham.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp; Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/GISandSpatialDataAnalystJD15012026" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person Specification &nbsp; Salary &nbsp; £45,852 – £47,925 per annum (PO2) &nbsp; N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof. &nbsp; Diversity Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a> &nbsp; The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email <a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you. &nbsp; The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response. &nbsp; Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram</a>





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London Borough of Lewisham

GIS and Spatial Data Analyst

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Please note that we do not accept CVs. We only accept online applications. Our applications can take up to 2hrs to complete&nbsp;but we have prepared some guidelines to help you with the application as it’s such an important part of the process.
&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-application-form" target="_blank">https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-application-form</a>
To apply use the "Apply Online" button below, which will take you to our Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your online account at any time to view the status of any of your applications. By using ATS, you can track the progress of your application(s), receive communications by email, select your own interview time online and see whether you have been made a conditional offer.



Senior / Principal Planning Policy Officer 
Planning Policy &amp; Strategy Team, Planning &amp; Environmental Health 
Salary: £45,868 - £59,657 (dependent on skills and experience) 
Closing date: 9am Friday 13 February 2026
Interview date: 24 &amp; 26 February 2026
Can you help us shape Elmbridge? Maybe you are thinking it’s time to step up to your next career challenge? Or perhaps you are a committed planning professional needing a new career challenge? 
Elmbridge Borough Council is looking for an experienced Planning Policy Officer with excellent research, communication and analytical skills, to deputise for the Local Plan Manager and take a senior role within the Local Plan Team. This is an exciting time to join Elmbridge as we move forwards with a new Local Plan under the new plan making system.
You will be instrumental in all of this; supporting our residents and helping them to understand the role good planning makes in shaping an area.
About you
<ul>
<li>You are a dynamic, motivated and organised planning professional with experience of preparing development plan policies and implementing them.</li>
<li>You must be able to show that you have a sound knowledge and clear understanding of current law, national policy and guidance related to development planning.</li>
<li>You will have excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate with colleagues, Councillors and the community. Being politically astute will also serve you well.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Ultimately you will have an important role to play in helping us to shape Elmbridge.
Have a look at the other essential criteria in the person specification, but it’s your approach to work that will be your main asset.
An appointment will be made at either Senior or Principal Planning Officer level depending on applicants’ skills and experience.
About us
<ul>
<li>Flexibility: We know you have to juggle work and life commitments and we are happy and open to discussing the right mix for you whether its compressed hours or working from home, just give us a call.</li>
<li>Wellbeing: When you thrive Elmbridge thrives, which is why we have developed a strong and varied wellbeing programme for our employees.</li>
<li>Learning and development: We all know learning is an ongoing journey and we will support you on that journey by creating a bespoke learning and development plan for you.</li>
<li>The package: Not forgetting our excellent pension and discounts with various local businesses and free employee parking.</li>
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If you would like to talk to us about the role, please give Sarah Pharoah our Planning &amp; Strategy Manager a call on 01372 474827 or email <a href="mailto:spharoah@elmbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">spharoah@elmbridge.gov.uk</a> or Ripple Gupta our Local Plan Manager a call on 01372 474670 or email <a href="mailto:rgupta@elmbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">rgupta@elmbridge.gov.uk</a>.
What are you waiting for

Elmbridge Borough Council

Senior / Principal Planning Policy Officer

Make a Difference in Lancaster As Service Manager for Planning &amp; Housing Strategy, you will lead the team shaping Lancaster’s future through the delivery of sustainable development, climate action, and community-focused planning. Your work will ensure that planning and housing policies support vibrant neighbourhoods, protect heritage, and enhance local facilities and transport, making a real difference to residents’ lives. What You’ll Be Doing You will manage an award-winning multi-disciplinary team delivering the Council’s strategic planning and housing agenda. You will build on these good foundations to provide strategic vision and continuing momentum as we seek to deliver our ambitious placemaking agenda. This includes overseeing strong performance across all planning policy service areas, and working alongside Senior Management and Councillors to deliver excellence in terms of new policy development and strategy implementation. You’ll Fit Right In If… You are a full MRTPI member with demonstrable experience in planning and housing policy management. You bring excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills, with a proven track record of managing teams and budgets. You share our values of Working Together, Ambition, Pride, and Ownership, and hold a full UK driving licence. Ready to Join Us? If you’re passionate about shaping sustainable communities and leading positive change, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more about what it’s like working with us, our benefits, values and culture, by visiting lancaster.gov.uk/sites/recruitment. Why Work With Us Our Benefits Generous annual leave Local Government Pension Scheme Discounted gym membership Cycle to Work scheme Car purchase scheme Lifestyle savings Health Care Cash Plan Volunteering days Wellbeing support Flexible working friendly We welcome discussions about flexible working and will be able to offer hybrid working, a generous flexi-time scheme, and agreed working hours to support work–life balance. Inclusive employerWe welcome applications from all parts of the community and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We guarantee interviews for applicants with a disability and armed forces veterans who meet the essential criteria. Interview Date: Week Commencing: 2 March 2026





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Lancaster City Council

Service Manager - Planning and Housing Strategy

Help shape the future of Derbyshire Dales! We’re looking for a proactive Principal Regeneration Manager to lead ambitious regeneration projects, unlock stalled sites, and deliver schemes that make a real impact.This role is broad, and you’ll be involved in consultation, partnership development, master-planning, preparing external funding bids, procurement, contract management and project implementation. We need you to develop shovel-ready projects to access external funding such as the East Midlands Combined County Authority, then lead them throughout all stages to build out.You will commission feasibility studies, site investigations, options appraisals and masterplans to help bring sites forward in partnership with private landowners.If you are a hands-on ‘doer,’ who proactively drives schemes continuously from concept through to post-completion, can take partners with you and have at least three years’ experience of regeneration projects in a local authority context (and you meet the essential requirements of the role) then we want to hear from you.Derbyshire Dales is a beautiful place to live, work and visit. We have fantastic towns and countryside, all within easy reach of Sheffield, Manchester, Nottingham and Derby. We offer an excellent quality of life within a family-friendly organisation that delivers high quality services and where the right candidate will be able to make a real impact. We have a strong ‘One Team, One Council’ culture. Alongside excellent quality of life, we can offer you the opportunity to further develop your career with the benefits of hybrid working, flexitime, and free staff car parking at Matlock Town Hall.We are holding a short information session on Thursday 29 January at 12 noon on Teams to hear from the Director of Place and Economy and our Regeneration Manager about working at Derbyshire Dales. To register for the session please contact <a href="mailto:humanresources@derbyshiredales.gov.uk" target="_blank">humanresources@derbyshiredales.gov.uk</a>.Candidates must possess the necessary ‘right to work in the UK’ authorisation. We are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visaas we do not possess a visa sponsorship licence.We do not accept CV’s.Provisional Interview Date:Thursday 12 February 2026To read more about our area see – <ul><li>Visit Peak District and Derbyshire – to find out more about the beautiful place we live and work <a href="https://visitpeakdistrict.com/blog" target="_blank">Blog Home | Visit Peak District &amp; Derbyshire</a></li><li>Invest in Derbyshire Dales – see how we support business in our area <a href="https://www.investinderbyshiredales.org/invest" target="_blank">Invest - Invest in Derbyshire Dales</a></li></ul>Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.





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Derbyshire County Council

Principal Regeneration Manager

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Please note that we do not accept CVs. We only accept online applications. Our applications can take up to 2hrs to complete&nbsp;but we have prepared some guidelines to help you with the application as it’s such an important part of the process.
&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-application-form" target="_blank">https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-application-form</a>
To apply use the "Apply Online" button below, which will take you to our Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your online account at any time to view the status of any of your applications. By using ATS, you can track the progress of your application(s), receive communications by email, select your own interview time online and see whether you have been made a conditional offer.



Closing Date: 09/02/2026 at 09:00&nbsp; &nbsp;
Interview date: Week commencing 16/02/2026 
Are you a Planning Technical Support Officer experienced in validating planning applications?
Do you have local authority experience and looking for a new challenge?
Are you passionate about the built environment and how our communities are shaped?&nbsp;
We are seeking two highly motivated talented individuals to fill the role of Technical Support Officer within our dynamic Business Support Team. The Business Support Team is the engine room that supports the entire Planning Service. The team validates and registers all planning applications, processes Planning Appeals, plays a key role in the administration and monitoring of the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and is responsible for leading our programme of process review, system updates as well as driving and monitoring our overall service performance.&nbsp;
You could be starting out in your career or have established skills in providing the support within a Planning or other local authority department. Experience of validating and registering planning applications would be an advantage, but don’t worry if you don’t have any experience as we provide a full training package.
This is more than a job opportunity; it is your chance to play a significant role in the community and be an integral part of our borough’s development journey.&nbsp;
For an informal discussion about the role, please call Amanda our Planning Business Support Team Leader on 01372 474 427 or Chris our Planning and CIL Team Leader on 01372 474 822
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<li>Wellbeing: when you thrive, Elmbridge thrives, which is why we have developed a strong and varied wellbeing programme for our employees.</li>
<li>The package: not forgetting our excellent pension, discounts with various local businesses, and free employee parking at the Civic Centre. Plus, your birthday off and time off between Christmas and New Year, no annual leave required.</li>
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CIL/s.106 Monitoring Officer&nbsp;
PTC/Perm&nbsp;(22.5&nbsp;hours per week)&nbsp;
OneTeam&nbsp;Band&nbsp;8&nbsp;£39,862&nbsp;- £44,075&nbsp;
(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
Closing Date for accepting applications: 15 February 2026&nbsp;
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council work in partnership and&nbsp;this role is to&nbsp;provide support to both organisations&nbsp;on s.106 negotiations&nbsp;and&nbsp;monitoring,&nbsp;including&nbsp;the&nbsp;Community Infrastructure Levy and its identified funded community projects for Brentwood Borough Council.&nbsp;
About the role:&nbsp;
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing and administering the governance of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) receipts and Section 106 (S106)&nbsp;obligations and funds. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with legislation while delivering tangible benefits to the community.&nbsp;
You&nbsp;will support the delivery of policy,&nbsp;expenditure&nbsp;and&nbsp;governance processes for CIL receipts and strategic S106 funds. You&nbsp;will provide advice&nbsp;to&nbsp;developers, councillors, council officers, and third-party providers&nbsp;on CIL and S106 monitoring matters.&nbsp;
As our CIL and S106 Officer, you will be part of the Strategic Planning team, working across both Councils. &nbsp;
If&nbsp;you&nbsp;are&nbsp;an experienced professional with an excellent understanding of CIL and S106,&nbsp;we want to hear from you.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Key responsibilities:&nbsp;
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<li>Manage,&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;and update databases and systems for tracking CIL and s106 agreements&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Monitor compliance with S.106 legal agreements through regular liaison with developers&nbsp;and&nbsp;case officers&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Tracking of financial contributions and obligations and enforcement for&nbsp;non payment.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Prepare the CIL spending plan and ensure funds are spent&nbsp;in accordance with&nbsp;the Council’s governance arrangements&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Prepare reports to senior leaders and members, including statutory reports (e.g., Infrastructure Funding Statements) on CIL and s106 income, expenditure, and project delivery.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Manage any appeals under the CIL Regulations&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Support Freedom of Information (FOI) requests&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Establish effective and professional relationships with stakeholders&nbsp;and partners&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Provide CIL and s106 guidance to officers and developers&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Deliver excellent customer service&nbsp;</li>
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We work in a hybrid way&nbsp;with&nbsp;office attendance&nbsp;varying between both Brentwood Borough and Rochford District Council,&nbsp;in addition to home working, and based on the needs of the service.&nbsp;&nbsp;
About the candidate:&nbsp;
We are looking for&nbsp;someone with experience in managing a system for&nbsp;monitoring&nbsp;financial figures,&nbsp;with a demonstrable understanding of s.106 agreements and Community Infrastructure Levy.&nbsp;&nbsp;A working knowledge of&nbsp;Exacom&nbsp;software would be an advantage.&nbsp;
A proven knowledge of the workings of local&nbsp;government and&nbsp;the wider public sector is a requirement.&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience of working in the planning system, in a political environment would be advantageous.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
You&nbsp;must&nbsp;possess&nbsp;the ability to interpret legal agreements, legislation, and policies accurately and able to communicate these in a concise way.&nbsp;&nbsp;You will be articulate both in your verbal and written communications and able to&nbsp;form strong professional relationships with all stakeholders and partners.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our policies support our employees by enabling a positive work/life balance including flexible working where possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;In addition to this, the Council offers many excellent employee benefits which include, pension scheme, generous annual leave entitlement, health and wellbeing initiatives&nbsp;and&nbsp;employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme.&nbsp;
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact&nbsp;Jonathan Quilter&nbsp;by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jonathan.quilter@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">jonathan.quilter@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;with your availability for a call.&nbsp;
Brentwood Borough&nbsp;&amp; Rochford District&nbsp;Council&nbsp;are&nbsp;committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp;&nbsp;People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;

Brentwood Borough Council

CIL/S106 Monitoring Officer

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CIL/s.106 Monitoring Officer&nbsp;
PTC/Perm&nbsp;(22.5&nbsp;hours per week)&nbsp;
OneTeam&nbsp;Band&nbsp;8&nbsp;£39,862&nbsp;- £44,075&nbsp;
(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
Closing Date for accepting applications: 15 February 2026&nbsp;
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council work in partnership and&nbsp;this role is to&nbsp;provide support to both organisations&nbsp;on s.106 negotiations&nbsp;and&nbsp;monitoring,&nbsp;including&nbsp;the&nbsp;Community Infrastructure Levy and its identified funded community projects for Brentwood Borough Council.&nbsp;
About the role:&nbsp;
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing and administering the governance of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) receipts and Section 106 (S106)&nbsp;obligations and funds. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with legislation while delivering tangible benefits to the community.&nbsp;
You&nbsp;will support the delivery of policy,&nbsp;expenditure&nbsp;and&nbsp;governance processes for CIL receipts and strategic S106 funds. You&nbsp;will provide advice&nbsp;to&nbsp;developers, councillors, council officers, and third-party providers&nbsp;on CIL and S106 monitoring matters.&nbsp;
As our CIL and S106 Officer, you will be part of the Strategic Planning team, working across both Councils. &nbsp;
If&nbsp;you&nbsp;are&nbsp;an experienced professional with an excellent understanding of CIL and S106,&nbsp;we want to hear from you.&nbsp;
Key responsibilities:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Manage,&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;and update databases and systems for tracking CIL and s106 agreements&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Monitor compliance with S.106 legal agreements through regular liaison with developers&nbsp;and&nbsp;case officers&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Tracking of financial contributions and obligations and enforcement for&nbsp;non payment.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Prepare the CIL spending plan and ensure funds are spent&nbsp;in accordance with&nbsp;the Council’s governance arrangements&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Prepare reports to senior leaders and members, including statutory reports (e.g., Infrastructure Funding Statements) on CIL and s106 income, expenditure, and project delivery.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Manage any appeals under the CIL Regulations&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Support Freedom of Information (FOI) requests&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Establish effective and professional relationships with stakeholders&nbsp;and partners&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Provide CIL and s106 guidance to officers and developers&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Deliver excellent customer service&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
We work in a hybrid way&nbsp;with&nbsp;office attendance&nbsp;varying between both Brentwood Borough and Rochford District Council,&nbsp;in addition to home working, and based on the needs of the service.&nbsp;&nbsp;
About the candidate:&nbsp;
We are looking for&nbsp;someone with experience in managing a system for&nbsp;monitoring&nbsp;financial figures,&nbsp;with a demonstrable understanding of s.106 agreements and Community Infrastructure Levy.&nbsp;&nbsp;A working knowledge of&nbsp;Exacom&nbsp;software would be an advantage.&nbsp;
A proven knowledge of the workings of local&nbsp;government and&nbsp;the wider public sector is a requirement.&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience of working in the planning system, in a political environment would be advantageous.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
You&nbsp;must&nbsp;possess&nbsp;the ability to interpret legal agreements, legislation, and policies accurately and able to communicate these in a concise way.&nbsp;&nbsp;You will be articulate both in your verbal and written communications and able to&nbsp;form strong professional relationships with all stakeholders and partners.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our policies support our employees by enabling a positive work/life balance including flexible working where possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;In addition to this, the Council offers many excellent employee benefits which include, pension scheme, generous annual leave entitlement, health and wellbeing initiatives&nbsp;and&nbsp;employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme.&nbsp;
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact&nbsp;Jonathan Quilter&nbsp;by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jonathan.quilter@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">jonathan.quilter@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;with your availability for a call.&nbsp;
Brentwood Borough&nbsp;&amp; Rochford District&nbsp;Council&nbsp;are&nbsp;committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp;&nbsp;People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;

Shape the future of Tunbridge WellsAre you an experienced planning professional with a passion for Development Management? This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role and make a real impact.We’re expanding our Development Management team and looking for a Team Leader to help drive forward an exciting period of growth. With the adoption of the Tunbridge Wells Local Plan and Town Centre Plan, you’ll play a key role in shaping the borough’s future.<h4>Why join us?</h4><ul><li>Lead and inspire a team of seven planning officers, working alongside another Team Leader and reporting to the Development Manager.</li><li>Influence some of the borough’s most significant developments, including major allocated sites.</li><li>Enjoy a varied role where you’ll mentor, guide and support talented professionals while managing your own caseload.</li></ul><h4>What you’ll do</h4><ul><li>Allocate workloads and manage planning applications.</li><li>Oversee performance, outputs and high-quality report writing.</li><li>Present at committee meetings (outside standard office hours).</li><li>Ensure targets are met and decisions remain consistent and robust.</li></ul><h4>What we’re looking for</h4><ul><li>Experience supervising or mentoring in a planning or development management setting.</li><li>A collaborative, supportive leadership style.</li><li>A commitment to delivering good design and positive planning outcomes.</li></ul>We’ll invest in your growth with training, coaching and mentoring, because we believe in developing our people. This is a politically restricted post.What we offer:<ul><li>Financial: An attractive basic salary within a clear pay structure. In addition to your salary, you'll receive a sign-on payment of £5,000 (50% paid on completion of probation and 50% at 18 months). This is for new staff joiners to TWBC, not internal applicants.</li><li>Holiday Entitlement: 26 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service) plus three additional days in December and bank holidays.</li><li>Pensions: Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme – Employer contribution of 19.7%.</li><li>Hybrid: The Council operates a hybrid working model with minimum 2 days working in the office.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme: The Council has partnered with Health Assured to provide staff with access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) to assist in balancing everyday life with the requirement of work and home.</li><li>Free staff parking.</li><li>Personal Development: Invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development.</li><li>Take a look <a href="https://tunbridgewells.gov.uk/council/jobs/whats-it-like#:~:text=a%2520great%2520pension%2520scheme%2520(including,car%2520loans" target="_blank">here</a> at all the additional benefits that we offer.</li></ul>Equal OpportunitiesTunbridge Wells – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.SafeguardingThe Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment. 





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Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Development Management Team Leader (Planning)

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Principal Planning Officer: REF: 2541 PO5: £54,360 - £57,495 pa inc LW plus 8.5% market supplement per month 12-month Secondment Opportunity/Fixed Term Contract and Full Time&nbsp; Hybrid Working&nbsp; About Us: 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, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. 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; 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;Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. 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. Please have a look at our dedicated&nbsp;One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.&nbsp; About the Team: The Planning Policy team sits within the Planning &amp; Sustainability division, 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 as we embark on the preparation of a new Local Plan - you will support this work by taking a lead on the formulation of the council’s planning policies as well as managing and overseeing workstreams relating to monitoring, data, mapping and research. About the Role: You will be someone who can lead on the review of planning policy documents and knows the value of good quality data. You will be outward looking with a positive attitude and work well with colleagues to deliver council objectives.&nbsp; The position includes line management responsibility. The ability to motivate and support the Planning Monitoring Officer with related monitoring tasks is a key part of this role. We operate on a hybrid work model, providing employees greater flexibility and opportunity to work from home. Office working would be a minimum of 2 days per week at our modern offices in the heart of the Brixton Town Centre, less than 5 minutes’ walk from the Underground and Overground train stations. How to Apply: To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked “A” for application: Job Description and Person Specification We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Recruitment Timelines: Advert close date: 11:59pm on 01 February 2026 Shortlisting: week commencing 02 February 2026 Interviews: week commencing 16 February 2026 Please click here to view:&nbsp;Lambeth Staff Benefits Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Laura Bourke –&nbsp;<a href="mailto:LBourke@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">LBourke@lambeth.gov.uk</a> &nbsp; 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;here.

Lambeth Council

Principal Planning Policy Officer

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 Local Plan Programme Manager: REF: 2669&nbsp;

 PO6: £56,436 rising in annual increments £59,574 pa inc LW&nbsp;&nbsp;

 The post’s salary attracts a market supplement of 8.5% per month   &nbsp;

 Secondment Opportunity /Fixed Term Contract and Full Time until 31 March 2029.&nbsp; Hybrid Working 

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 About Us:&nbsp;

 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, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. 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;&nbsp;

 It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth.&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.&nbsp;

 Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 About the Team:&nbsp;

 The Planning Policy team sits within the Planning &amp; Sustainability division, and, through the development of positive, innovative planning policy and guidance, plays an instrumental role in delivering the priorities and ambitions of the Borough Plan. It is an exciting time to join the team as we embark on the preparation of a new Local Plan and a review of the CIL Charging Schedule - you will manage the preparation of these key planning documents through adopting council policy, ensuring they respond to planning reforms, meet legislative requirements and deliver wider council objectives.&nbsp;

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 About the Role:&nbsp;

 You will be someone who has excellent project management skills and can motivate and support others to develop positive, innovative planning policy and guidance. You will have a strong record of delivering in planning policy with a positive outlook and the ability to work well with internal and external partners.&nbsp;

 We operate on a hybrid work model, providing employees greater flexibility and opportunity to work from home. Office working would be a minimum of 2 days per week at our modern offices in the heart of the Brixton Town Centre, less than 5 minutes’ walk from the Underground and Overground train stations.&nbsp;

 

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 We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.&nbsp;

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 Recruitment Timelines:&nbsp;

 Advert close date: 11:59pm on 30 January 2026&nbsp;

 Shortlisting: Week commencing 02 February 2026&nbsp;

 Interviews: Week commencing 16 February 2026&nbsp;

 

 Please click here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits&nbsp;&nbsp; 

 Contact Information:&nbsp;

 For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Laura Bourke – <a href="mailto:LBourke@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">LBourke@lambeth.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

 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 here.&nbsp;

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Local Plan Programme Manager

We are seeking a customer-focused Planning Officer to join our Development Management team. This role offers the chance to make a real impact on the future of our borough by helping deliver a high-quality and responsive planning service.This is a temporary position providing 12 months maternity leave cover. Working closely with local people, elected members, developers, and external organisations, you will be acting as case officer for a variety of allocated applications, assessing proposals and preparing recommendations, along with:Providing pre-application advice and responding to enquiries from applicants, agents, and the public. Preparing and presenting reports to Committee, depending on your grade and experience. Contributing to planning appeals, enforcement cases, and monitoring compliance with permissions. Liaising with Councillors, developers, consultees, and local residents in order to negotiate and deliver high-quality outcomes. Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with planning legislation, Council policies, and national guidance, Dealing with planning appeals, and Contributing to the development of Council planning policyTo be competent in this role it will be essential that you have a Degree (or equivalent) and eligibility for, or currently undertaking, Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI’)-supported postgraduate planning qualification and already have experience of planning applications, enforcement processes, and administration of planning controls, along with having:Knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and development industry. Strong negotiation, report writing, and presentation skills. Ability to organise your workload, meet deadlines, and deliver excellent customer service. Experience of planning IT systems and Microsoft Office. Ability to visit sites independently across the borough (essential car user). The willingness to work outside normal office hours if required (including occasional weekends).In addition, membership of the RTPI or working towards membership and experience of public sector planning, preferably within a Local Authority, is welcomed.This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career in planning within a supportive and forward-thinking team.Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/g2mnykxg/6191d-planning-officer-development-management-nov-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>For an informal discussion about this role please contact Roland Mills, Head of Development Management &amp; Enforcement , on 01233 330556When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.<ul></ul>

Ashford Borough Council

Planning Officer - Development Management

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Our preferred method is online application however if you do require a hard copy application pack please contact Human Resources, Guildford Borough Council, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB. Telephone (01483) 444111 (24-hr). Alternatively e-mail <a href="mailto:PeopleandOD@guildford.gov.uk" target="_blank">PeopleandOD@guildford.gov.uk</a> quoting the relevant post number. Please note that we do not accept CVs, please ensure that you complete the application form fully.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Guildford Borough Council’s high-performing Planning Policy team as a&nbsp;Principal Strategic Infrastructure Officer. We are seeking a motivated and experienced planning professional with a strong background in strategic infrastructure planning who is looking to take the next step in their career.
You’ll be joining a dynamic and successful team with a proven track record in Local Plan preparation, including the adoption of two Local Plans in the past six years. We are now at the early stages of producing a new Local Plan under the new plan-making process —making this a particularly exciting time to get involved and help shape the future growth of the borough.
About the Role
This role plays a key part in supporting the development of infrastructure strategy and policy for the Local Plan and other planning policy projects. You will:
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<li>Lead the preparation of infrastructure evidence, including the Infrastructure Delivery Plan (IDP) and plan viability assessments.</li>
<li>Oversee the commissioning and development of evidence to support the implementation and review of the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL).</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure the successful planning and delivery of infrastructure aligned with the Local Plan.</li>
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About You
You will have:
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<li>A recognised degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning.</li>
<li>Chartered membership of the RTPI (or eligibility for membership).</li>
<li>Proven experience in infrastructure planning and Local Plan preparation within a Local Authority setting.</li>
<li>Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate across a wide range of stakeholders.</li>
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Why Join Us?
Guildford Borough Council offers a range of employee benefits, including:
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<li>A career average earnings pension scheme.</li>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement.</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements, including a mix of home and office-based working.</li>
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Information to guide your application
Please review the accompanying person specification to guide your application. To be shortlisted for interview, you must clearly demonstrate—using relevant examples—how you meet the essential and, where possible, desirable criteria.
For further information about the role, please contact&nbsp;Riaan van Eeden&nbsp;or&nbsp;Laura Howard, Interim Planning Policy Managers, at:
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Please note:&nbsp;The Council may conduct interviews and appoint a candidate during the advertisement period. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.
Closing date:&nbsp;2 February 2026, or earlier if the position is filled before this date.

Guildford Borough Council

Principal Strategic Infrastructure Officer - Planning Policy

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>West Northamptonshire Council is looking for a dedicated and proactive Developer Contributions Officer (primarily administering CIL) to help drive forward its place-shaping agenda.&nbsp;This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the best developments are delivered across the region.Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early.&nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2>You will need to be methodical, have an attention to detail and be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written.Previous experience of CIL and s106 is essential. &nbsp;Applications without experience cannot be considered.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about planning and development, with a commitment to delivering positive change in West Northamptonshire. If you are ready to make an impact, we would love to hear from you. <h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Developer Contributions Officer (CIL)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>We are seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Highways Engineer to join our Highways Development Management team at West Northamptonshire Council. This is a senior role leading on the assessment, negotiation, and delivery of highway works linked to new developments, with a strong focus on Section 38 and Section 278 agreements, design reviews, and the adoption of new infrastructure into the public highway network.Knowledge of the planning process would be highly beneficial, as there may be a need to assist colleagues in responding to planning applications from a highways perspective. This could include reviewing transport assessments, travel plans, and layout designs, providing technical advice, and working with developers to help secure suitable mitigation and infrastructure improvements.You will take highway agreements through the full lifecycle — from pre-application advice and technical review of designs, through to approval, construction oversight, inspection, and final adoption. This will involve scrutinising detailed submissions to ensure they meet required standards, protecting the council’s interests and ensuring long-term maintainable assets for the public.As a senior member of the team, you will also provide expert technical advice on complex or high-profile schemes, lead negotiations with developers and consultants, and mentor junior engineers. Collaboration across planning, legal, and highways colleagues will be central to your success in ensuring that growth in West Northamptonshire delivers safe, high-quality, and sustainable highway infrastructure<h2>Additional information</h2>You will be a skilled and motivated highways professional with strong technical expertise and a passion for delivering high-quality infrastructure. Ideally, you will bring significant experience in highways development management, highway agreements (S38/S278), design reviews, and the adoption process, along with the confidence to lead on complex schemes.We are looking for someone who can:<ul><li>Demonstrate a strong understanding of highways engineering principles, standards, and design guidance.</li><li>Manage and progress highway agreements through the full lifecycle — from initial negotiation and technical approval to inspection and adoption.</li><li>Provide clear, pragmatic technical advice on development proposals and infrastructure design.</li><li>Build effective relationships with developers, consultants, contractors, and internal colleagues, negotiating positive outcomes for the council and community.</li><li>Communicate confidently and professionally, both in writing and verbally.</li><li>Mentor and support junior colleagues, helping to develop the wider team’s skills and capability.</li></ul>Knowledge of the planning process would be beneficial, as you may be required to assist in providing highways input into planning applications and related discussions.This role is suited to someone who is proactive, organised, and solutions-focused, with the ability to balance technical detail with the bigger picture of supporting sustainable growth across West Northamptonshire.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Principal Adoptions Engineer

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Permanent Ref: P0807 Why come to Dacorum? &nbsp; An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic individual to join our Planning Enforcement Team within Dacorum Borough. Dacorum is easily accessible from the M1, M25 and the A41. The Borough consists of commercial, urban, rural, Green Belt and AONB providing an opportunity for a vast range of breaches of Planning Control. &nbsp; This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and experienced candidate to join our growing wider Development Management service. &nbsp; What is the opportunity? &nbsp; You will be a motivated and proactive individual who will take responsibility for ensuring high standards, working within a small team. The team use their full range of skills in an effective and innovative way to secure improvements for residents across Dacorum Borough. You will possess strong persuasion, negotiation and communication skills and will be adept at advising customers on how to achieve compliance and ensure that assessments of harm and expediency are conducted appropriately. &nbsp; The post presents an ideal opportunity for an individual who already has in-depth experience and knowledge of Planning Enforcement and is perhaps looking to progress their career dealing with more complex cases and supporting management functions. You will need to have the relevant level of qualification and experience, including a sound knowledge of Planning Enforcement. &nbsp; Our Planning Enforcement Team are responsible for investigating and resolving breaches of Planning Control including unauthorised works to Listed Buildings and to Protected Trees. &nbsp; You will act as advisor to the Assistant Director, Head of Service, Manager and senior management on the allocated service. &nbsp; You will work in collaboration with other services and senior management to ensure that services are joined up appropriately and are aligned to the achievement of the Council’s aims and objectives. Further information &nbsp; Applicants must have a driving licence which is valid in the UK and use of a vehicle or frequent access to transport to access urban and rural locations, sometimes at one days’ notice for priority visits. &nbsp; Previous applicants need not apply. &nbsp; If you would like to discuss these opportunities, or if you have any questions, please feel free to e-mail Tobias Fett at: <a href="mailto:tobias.fett@dacorum.gov.uk" target="_blank">tobias.fett@dacorum.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp; The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details. &nbsp; Interviews Dates: week commencing 9th February 2026 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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