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Are you looking to move forward and progress your Town Planning career? Or perhaps you are looking for your first opportunity to start your career in Planning?&nbsp;This is a very exciting time to join Runnymede Borough Council. Runnymede is working to deliver the contents of its adopted local plan and has a wide range of interesting work to increase your experience in a supportive environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;We are a friendly and ambitious Development Management team who have a great track record in delivering projects and are looking for a positive individual to join our team. We have a relatively up to date local plan and a team of permanent staff with significant experience in planning.&nbsp;Joining us now you will be part of our team as we transition in to West Surrey Unitary Council. On formation West Surrey will be one of the largest Planning Authorities in the country handling more than 5000 planning applications a year. West Surrey has a very strong economy from a broad business base and also has significant housing needs, and as such there will be plenty of interesting work! The size of the authority and variety of work will provide significant opportunities to gain very broad experience and for career growth and development in a large team with multiple varied career paths. It is a very exciting time to be working in West Surrey.&nbsp;If you have a Town Planning (or related) degree, or some relevant transferable experience, then an opportunity as a Planning Officer is a fantastic opportunity to build a strong career in Planning.&nbsp;&nbsp;For a Senior Planning Officer role, you will have most likely have at least the equivalent of 3-4 years’ experience in determining planning applications and appeals of medium complexity,&nbsp;you would be expected to have strong comparable practical planning experience ideally in a Local Authority.For a Principal Planning Officer role, you will be able to demonstrate considerable experience in dealing with complex planning applications. Ideally you will have a broad experience of appeal and committee work. Generally, this would be expected to be at least equivalent of at least five years of experience of Development Management&nbsp;Most of all, we are seeking a confident, self-motivated and diplomatic person with a ‘can-do’ attitude and the ability to deliver positive outcomes for the future of the Borough.&nbsp; You should be able to provide clear and accurate advice to stakeholders and show excellent customer care, verbal and written skills.&nbsp;&nbsp;In addition to a competitive salary, Runnymede Borough Council offers:<ul><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Flexible working 7am-7pm &amp; Flexi-leave</li><li>29 Days annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Excellent Pension Scheme</li><li>Free Parking</li><li>Training and development opportunities</li><li>Payment of one professional membership per annum</li><li>Cycle to work + further related discounts</li><li>Season ticket loan</li><li>Health insurance plan after 1 years’ service</li><li>Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service&nbsp;</li></ul>If you would like to find out more about the role or working with us please contact Victoria Gibson (Development Manager - <a href="mailto:Victoria.Gibson@runnymede.gov.uk" target="_blank">Victoria.Gibson@runnymede.gov.uk</a> ) or Ashley Smith (Corporate Head of Planning, Economy and Built Environment – <a href="mailto:Ashley.smith@runnymede.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ashley.smith@runnymede.gov.uk</a> )Interviews: Week Commencing 5th January 2026About YouIf you have a Town Planning (or related) degree, or some relevant transferable experience, then an opportunity as a Planning Officer is a fantastic opportunity to build a strong career in Planning.&nbsp;&nbsp;For a Senior Planning Officer role, you will have most likely have at least the equivalent of 3-4 years’ experience in determining planning applications and appeals of medium complexity,&nbsp;you would be expected to have strong comparable practical planning experience ideally in a Local Authority.For a Principal Planning Officer role, you will be able to demonstrate considerable experience in dealing with complex planning applications. Ideally you will have a broad experience of appeal and committee work. Generally, this would be expected to be at least equivalent of at least five years of experience of Development Management.About RunnymedeRunnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our core values which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.&nbsp; We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision.&nbsp;Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.All applications are handled in&nbsp;compliance with our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.runnymede.gov.uk/hrprivacypolicy" target="_blank">privacy policy</a>

Runnymede Borough Council

Career Grade Planning Officer

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Please apply online via the 'Apply online' button which will take you to the Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your account to view the status of your application.&nbsp;
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Please contact Recruitment Services on 01784 444263 (24hr answer phone) or email <a href="mailto:recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk</a> if you are having difficulty applying online.
Housing Standards Officer or Senior Housing Standards Officer
Salary £35,081 to £52,595 p.a. (dependent on experience) plus essential car user allowance
Full-time (36 hours per week, flexible working patterns will be considered in line with service requirements.
We are looking for an officer to join our busy but friendly and supportive Environmental Health team. You will work in the Residential team, and will be responsible for the licensing of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) as well as undertaking programmed and reactive inspections including compliance visits to rented properties and caravan sites, in addition to the investigation of complaints about housing conditions.
You will be enthusiastic, committed, self-motivated and have a positive attitude. You must be an excellent communicator and team player with sound time management skills and be confident in dealing with members of the public.&nbsp; You must be able to demonstrate your ability to adapt to changing priorities and work to tight deadlines.
In addition to the car user allowance, we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits package that includes pension scheme, free parking, payment of professional fees and flexible working arrangements.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Susan Turp, Principal Environmental Health Officer on 01784 446258, or you can email on <a href="mailto:s.turp@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">s.turp@spelthorne.gov.uk</a>.
This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for customer facing posts.&nbsp; These posts fall within the scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers.&nbsp; The Council, therefore, has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact Human Resources.
Please note as part of the employment checks this post will subject to a basic Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.
Closing date: Monday 15 December 2025 (Noon)
Interviews: week commencing 12 January 2026
Previous applicants need not apply.
To apply please use the ‘apply online’ at the bottom of the page.
CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.
Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates.&nbsp; If we have not contacted you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.
All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date.
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Spelthorne Borough Council

Housing Standards Officer or Senior Housing Standards Officer

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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
Billing and collection of Council Tax has never been more important here at Woking and we have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic professional to join our Council Tax Team as a Revenue Officer on a permanent basis.
The Revenue Officer will be part of a team responsible for the billing, collection and recovery of Council Tax and Business Rates. You will be customer focused, empathetic but assertive and confident in communicating both verbally and in writing, in order to deliver successful outcomes for customers and for the Council.
The Team currently work on a rota basis which involves a combination of home and office working.
Reporting to the Revenues Team Leader, the Revenues Officer will support the Customer Service team by providing advice and support for Council Tax and Business Rates queries. The role will also help to maintain our records so that we can issue bills promptly and accurately. This will include:
· Setting up new accounts and closing old accounts
· Granting exemptions and discounts
· Taking payments
· Answering both written and verbal enquiries
· Assisting in activities relating to the billing and collection of Council Tax and Business Rates
The successful applicant will be flexible, adaptable and possess the ability to learn complex legislation. Previous experience of working within a Revenues/Customer Service environment is desirable although not essential, as full training is provided. You will be working from the office primarily to ensure you are supported into the role, until you have the skills and confidence to work independently.
In return, we can offer you the chance to develop your career in a friendly and supportive team within our progressive authority, a generous annual leave and flexi-time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, flexible working plus many more excellent benefits.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate written and spoken English is essential for this post. An assessment may be required. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact the Human Resources team.
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Statement
Surrey is included in the Local Government Reorganisation plans, with new unitary councils expected to be established by April 2027.
 Woking Borough Council remains committed to delivering high-quality services to residents throughout this period of change.
 While we understand that applicants may feel uncertain about joining us during this transition, it is anticipated that most employees will transfer to the new unitary councils. This reorganisation may also present new career development opportunities across the region.
UK Visa Sponsorship
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.
AI Use in Applications
We understand that some applicants may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with preparing their applications.
 All submitted information—whether supported by AI or not—must accurately reflect the applicant’s own skills, experience, and qualifications.
 Recruitment decisions will be based on how well applicants demonstrate these attributes during the interview and selection process.
For more information about the role, please read the job profile attached to this advert.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Terry Stocks (Revenues Manager) on 01483 743231 or Rachel Evans (Revenues Team Leader) on 01483 743237.
Closing date: 4 January 2026 - 23:55pm
Interview dates:&nbsp; Week commencing 12 January 2026

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