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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 planners - 2 required

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 — and 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?
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 projects — from strategic policy to design and conservation.
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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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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>
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What You’ll Be Doing
Managing your own caseload of planning applications and pre-application enquiries
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<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
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<li>Enthusiastic, motivated individuals who want to make a difference</li>
<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?
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.
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Award-Winning Employer: We’re proud to be a Platinum Investors in People organisation, with a strong focus on wellbeing, empowerment, and innovation.</li>
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<li>Hybrid working based at our Argyle Road, Sevenoaks offices</li>
<li>Up to 31 days annual leave (plus additional days for long service)</li>
<li>Option to buy leave</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>A range of discounts and savings through our benefits platform, discounted leisure memberships</li>
<li>Electric vehicle via salary sacrifice scheme</li>
<li>Access to Employee Assistance Programme BUPA Healthy Minds</li>
<li>Free staff parking</li>
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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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Alison Salter&nbsp;– 01732 227337</li>
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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: 19 October 2025
Interview date in person: Wednesday 29 and / or Thursday 30 October 2025

Career Grade Planner (Graduate/Principal/Senior)

Do you want to be at the forefront of shaping high-quality prosperous new communities?Are you a planning or project management professional looking for a new challenge and be involved in one of the country’s largest new garden town developments?Would you like to use your organisational skills to ensure development milestones are met and quality objectives are achieved?Are you passionate about supporting communities through change and helping them to understand development proposals?If so, we are looking to expand our Gilston Area Planning Team with a new role to help us ensure the Gilston Area development achieves a high-quality standard and meets the objectives and commitments made during the planning application process.The Gilston Area is a new development of 10,000 new homes plus community infrastructure that will take around 25 years to complete. Planning permission was granted in January 2025 that secures the delivery of the infrastructure needed to support a whole new community as well as financial contributions towards infrastructure beyond the development.When construction kicks off you will play a key part in ensuring that approved designs are implemented and that infrastructure is delivered on time and to a good quality. You will ensure that information required in the legal agreement is provided. You will inform stakeholders and local communities about construction milestones and workstreams as necessary.As the project progresses there will be multiple detailed planning applications and conditions to be approved. Keeping track of each workstream will be crucial to the Gilston Area Team and to the community. The RoleAs a senior planning project officer you will have experience of managing complex minor and major planning applications or planning policy projects or have experience of complex projects with multiple interested parties and workstreams.The role will involve you liaising with officers, developers and their agents, statutory bodies and stakeholders as well as with existing and new communities. As such, the ability to understand and relay sometimes complex concepts to a variety of audiences is key to providing a transparent and effective service.The ability to manage, record and report information is a key part of this role. The ability to understand legal documents and relay key elements in easy to understand language is a desired skill.Additionally, you will:<ul><li>keep up to date with case law, national and local policies and community needs to ensure that the planning process can deliver the best outputs and outcomes</li><li>Present monitoring reports to committees and in other public meetings such as Community Forums, Development Management Forums and Steering Groups. </li><li>Respond promptly to customers’ needs. </li><li>Provide guidance, training and support to other team members</li></ul>This role will require you to visit and inspect land and development sites and other locations both within and beyond the district.So, if you want to join us at the head of the curve and become an innovator, designer and environmentalist helping to plan a prosperous future for East Hertfordshire, then apply today! About YouTo be considered as a Senior Planning Project Officer, you will need:<ul><li>Experience dealing with major development proposals or multi-strand projects</li><li>Experience and understanding of the planning legal obligation process-</li><li>Project management experience</li><li>Experience dealing with planning issues and communicating these at committees and public meetings</li><li>Experience guiding, mentoring and supporting junior colleagues</li><li>A degree or post graduate qualification in Town and Country Planning, or equivalent such as project management or engagement</li><li>A current, valid driving licence, access to your own vehicle and the ability to travel across the district, occasionally at short notice</li></ul> Why Join Us?<ul><li>Make a real impact on the future of East Herts.</li><li>Supportive and inclusive work environment.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package </li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding the Gilston Area role please contact Martin Plummer, Service Manager Development Management and Enforcement on (01992 532080) or Jenny Pierce, Gilston Area Team Leader on (07936 925718) To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by 7 November 2025. For more information, visit our website <a href="http://www.eastherts.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.eastherts.gov.uk</a> or contact the above officers.East Herts District Council are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work.





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East Hertfordshire District Council

Senior Planning Project Officer (Compliance and Community Engagement)

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We’re excited to offer an opportunity for a motivated and experienced officer to step into the role of Enforcement Team Leader. This is a key leadership position where you’ll work in partnership with an existing Enforcement Team Leader, jointly managing the Planning Enforcement team. 
Together, you’ll lead a high-performing, customer-focused service that protects and enhances Enfield’s built and natural environment. 
What You’ll Do 
 
 - Co-lead a team of planning enforcement officers, sharing responsibility for resourcing, case management, decision making, performance, and development. 
 - Manage complex and high-profile planning enforcement cases across a range of planning issues. 
 - Provide expert advice to officers, executive and senior managers, councillors, and stakeholders. 
 - Represent the Council at planning enforcement appeals, inquiries, and court proceedings, acting as expert witness. 
 - Drive innovation and continuous improvement in planning enforcement practices. 
 
About Enfield Council 
 
 - Enfield Council is a bold, ambitious, and forward-thinking authority committed to creating a borough that is inclusive, sustainable, and thriving. We are proud of our proactive approach to regeneration, housing delivery, and environmental protection—and planning enforcement plays a vital role in making that vision a reality. 
 
What We’re Looking For 
 
 - Strong experience in planning enforcement, including case management, appeals and legal proceedings. 
 
 - A collaborative leadership style and commitment to team development and continuous improvement. 
 
 - In-depth expert knowledge of planning legislation and enforcement policy. 
 
 - Proven ability to work constructively with ward councillors and MPs to support local residents with their planning-related concerns. 
 
 - Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. 
 
Contact Details - 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Su Whybrow on 020 8132 2769 for an informal discussion. 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andy Kingsbury, Senior Recruitment Advisor on 0208 078 5976 or <a href="mailto:andy.kingsbury@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">andy.kingsbury@enfield.gov.uk</a> 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

London Borough of Enfield

Enforcement Team Leader

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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.
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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.



Local Plan Manager
Planning Policy &amp; Strategy, Planning and Environmental Health
Salary: &nbsp;£59,657 - £64,464pa 
Closing date: Friday 7 November 2025 at 9am
Interview date: w/c 17 November 2025
Are you ready to step up to a more senior role in planning policy, or perhaps you are an experienced planner wanting a change?&nbsp; 
Either way this is an exciting time to join Elmbridge as we’re looking for an experienced and motivated planning professional to lead our Local Plan Team. In this key role, you’ll oversee the delivery of the new Local Plan for the Borough, provide expert policy advice, and support strategic planning across the Borough.
You’ll manage a small team, shape planning policy, and work closely with local communities, stakeholders, and government partners to deliver effective and sustainable development. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role as we start preparing a new Local Plan.
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
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<li>You are a dynamic, motivated and organised planning professional with significant experience of preparing development plan policies and implementing them</li>
<li>You have experience of managing a Local Plan team and dealing with major and more complex planning policy issues, including the remaining stages of our Local Plan examination and be responsible for the preparation of SPDs, to support the Plan’s implementation.</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>
<li>You will also have experience of direct line management and identifying and implementing service improvements.</li>
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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.
About us
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Learning and development: We will create a bespoke learning and development plan for you.</li>
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Flexibility: we will discuss the right mix of home and office for you. 
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Wellbeing: When you thrive Elmbridge thrives, which is why we have a strong and varied wellbeing programme. 
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The package: Not forgetting our excellent pension and ‘Thrive’ package of employee benefits and discounts with various local businesses. There is also free employee parking, your birthday day off and we are closed between Christmas and New Year.</li>
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If you have any questions or would like to know more, please contact Sarah on 01372 474827 and she will be more than happy to help you.

Elmbridge Borough Council

Local Plan Manager

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Planning &amp; Development Delivery Manager REF: 2473 Hybrid Working&nbsp; PO7: £61,686 pa rising in annual increments to £64,938 pa inc LW.&nbsp;&nbsp; 12 Month Secondment Opportunity/ Fixed Term Contract and Full Time About Us: It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our&nbsp;Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff;&nbsp;Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated&nbsp;One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.&nbsp; About the Borough: Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, 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; With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. About the Role: Confident with budgets, cool under pressure, and great at making things happen? We're looking for a Planning &amp; Development Delivery Manager to lead the operational and financial backbone of our Planning and Building Control services. You'll need to keep things moving, make smart decisions, and bring a sharp eye for detail. &nbsp;You’ll need experience and knowledge of built environment disciplines – whether that’s knowledge gained from a renovation project for yourself or directly working in the industry. Whether you've run a business, managed a club, or juggled multiple complex projects,&nbsp; if you can balance budgets, juggle priorities, drive improvements, we want to hear from you.&nbsp; In this high-impact role, you'll be the driving force behind financial forecasting, systems optimisation, performance reporting and service innovation - ensuring our Planning and Building Control services are future-ready and financially sound. &nbsp;You’ll also use your knowledge to respond to simple enquiries relating to the Planning and Building Control functions.&nbsp; From spearheading our Alpha Building Control digital transformation to leading multidisciplinary teams, you'll sit at the heart of change and delivery. It’s a fast-paced, high-trust role at the heart of one of the council’s most important directorates. What you'll do: <ul> <li>Lead activity analysis, financial and performance monitoring across key built environment income-generating services</li> <li>Keeping multiple workstreams moving: from systems development to customer experience</li> <li>Optimise systems and processes for real-time insight and strategic decision-making</li> <li>Supporting systems and digital transformation and service innovation</li> <li>Shape the future of our Planning and Building Control activities with smart data, sharp forecasts, and strong governance</li> <li>Working with a wide range of stakeholders across planning, regeneration, and customer service</li> <li>Picking up new tasks quickly and keeping multiple plates spinning</li> <li>Making logical, confident decisions based on experience and data</li> </ul> Experience you'll bring: <ul> <li>An understanding of bookkeeping, whether that be from running a business, charity, or club, and having kept things on track behind the scenes</li> <li>Management of budgets or services in a public or private sector setting</li> <li>Strong Excel skills and a practical, problem-solving mindset</li> <li>A knack for learning on the go, picking up new systems quickly and leading others with clarity and calm&nbsp;</li> <li>A sharp eye for process improvements and a hands-on approach to delivery</li> <li>Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the resilience to match</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of the built environment sector</li> <li>Experience in relevant systems development within the built environment sector, performance management, and stakeholder engagement</li> </ul> Qualities you’ll bring: <ul> <li>Proven leadership in complex service environment</li> <li>Energy, drive and commitment</li> <li>A passion for modernising public services and delivering real impact</li> </ul> This is a role for a confident all-rounder with built environment knowledge and experience; someone who can take ownership, adapt fast and help shape how we deliver essential services for the future. ‘We especially encourage applications from people from the Black, Asian and Multiethnic communities and while the role is open to all applicants, Lambeth will utilise the positive action provisions of the Equality Act 2010 to appoint a candidate from underrepresented groups where there is a choice between two candidates of equal merit.’ For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below: Job Description and Person Specification Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Catherine Neal at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cneal@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">cneal@lambeth.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; Recruitment Timelines: Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 26 October 2025. Benefits: We believe in rewarding

Lambeth Council

Planning & Development Delivery Manager

A great opportunity to be involved in ensuring high quality development and place making is achieved within the District. This will ensure the beautiful nature of our rural area is maintained and enhance which is in east Surrey, bordering Kent and the London Boroughs to the north. We are a Green Belt authority with two National Landscapes in the District. We know there are many things that residents love about Tandridge District including our fantastic location, our countryside and the community feel of our towns and villages. We think you will love Tandridge too.The RoleWe are seeking a Technical Support Officer to add to our high performing Development Management team. The Development Management team is committed to delivering high quality placemaking through the planning system and being part of the team, you can assist in making a positive contribution to a beautiful local authority on the edge of London.The Technical Support Officer plays a vital role in the Development Management function being at the forefront of the planning application process. The role plays a crucial part validating planning applications, ensuring they meet the national and local validation requirements. This ensures there is the necessary information for planning officers to determine applications in a timely manner so the high performance of the team can be maintained. The role provides an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience and skill base in a friendly and supportive working environment with a great opportunity to pursue a career in planning if so desired. What we Offer When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park, helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable. We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.Please visit our website for more information about working for us <a href="http://www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> and download our Working for Tandridge guide. Diversity statement At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.Want to know more? If you’re looking for a new and exciting professional challenge, a collaborative, flexible/hybrid working, and the chance to develop your career, please do get in touch for a chat by e-mailing Adiba Choudhury, <a href="mailto:achoudhury@tandridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">achoudhury@tandridge.gov.uk</a>.Local Government ReorganisationSurrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services. Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take several years and during that time we still need to provide services. When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation. The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc.





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Tandridge District Council

Technical Support Officer (Planning)

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Permanent Ref: P230 This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious candidate to join our Development Management team.&nbsp; If you have the drive, ambition and relevant expertise to help shape the built environment, benefit local communities and provide high quality sustainable development we want to hear from you. Just a 25-minute train journey from the centre of London, Dacorum occupies an enviable location just outside of the M25 and is home to the towns of Hemel Hempstead, Berkhamsted and Tring. Dacorum is an active and green place which is a centre of business, enterprise and ambition. We are progressing our New Local Plan and as such, we will continue to receive exciting and challenging applications in our towns and rural areas. We are an innovative and ambitious planning department, dealing with not only a high number of planning applications but being at the forefront of planning system advances. What is the Role? The successful candidate will be responsible for the processing of a varied development management caseload, with an emphasis on the more complex and major applications including pre-applications and appeals. In this role you will play a significant part in leading and being responsible for the efficient delivery of major and strategic planning applications, including those subject to a PPA. This is an excellent career development opportunity to build on existing experience and/or to gain experience of a broader scope and range of application type. You will have an excellent knowledge base of planning processes and legislation with a proven record of negotiating successful outcomes having worked collaboratively with a range of stakeholders and meeting performance standards whilst being committed to the needs of customers. We therefore welcome experienced officers knowledgeable in the field of Development Management. A successful applicant would require a degree level standard of education, and be eligible for full membership of the RTPI. Further information Applicants must have a driving licence which is valid in the UK and use of a vehicle. A &nbsp;basic DBS will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions. If you would like to discuss these opportunities, or if you have any questions, please feel free to call Joan Reid on 01442 228659 or email <a href="mailto:Joan.Reid@Dacourum.gov.uk" target="_blank">Joan.Reid@Dacourum.gov.uk</a> Interviews Date(s): to be confirmed. For further details and to apply please go to: <a href="https://www.dacorum.gov.uk/home/recruitment" target="_blank">https://www.dacorum.gov.uk/home/recruitment</a>

Dacorum Borough Council

Lead Planning Officer

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Please note, we do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Post: &nbsp; &nbsp; Technical Assistant (Planning) Ref: TA-P Salary: &nbsp;£27,859.52 p.a.
With exciting developments such as Brookfield Riverside and the Waltham Cross Town Centre Regeneration, Broxbourne is an exciting place to live and work, with the Council’s Planning team leading the way on these exciting projects.&nbsp; &nbsp; If you want to work in a busy, challenging yet fulfilling environment at the heart of the Council, then this is the place for you.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in a busy and thriving Planning Department. The Council is looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual to provide support in its Planning Administration Section. You should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work on your own initiative. You should have experience of working in a customer facing environment and be able to demonstrate a high standard of customer care. Ideally you will have good ICT skills and possess appropriate GCSE/’O’ level passes in English and Maths or equivalent qualifications.&nbsp;
Full training will be given, although it would be an advantage to have experience with interpreting plans and &nbsp;working in a Planning department. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Validation and registering of planning applications • &nbsp; &nbsp;Act as case officer on planning applications for lawful development certificates including making site visits, making assessments and the writing up of reports for such applications &nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Production of monthly Planning and Regulatory Committee PowerPoint • &nbsp; &nbsp;Participation in the general work of the Administration team • &nbsp; &nbsp;Answering the telephone and providing administrative support to Planning Officers.
We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The benefits package includes generous leave entitlement, a full training and development programme, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and free membership to the Council’s leisure centres, which includes free access to gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, racket sport sessions, a health suite and a range of generous discounts across other leisure and culture services.
Broxbourne Council is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Details and application forms for all job vacancies are listed on the Council’s website.
Application forms must be submitted online by 12 October 2025 quoting the above reference.
To find out more please visit <a href="http://www.broxbourne.gov.uk/planningjobs&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">www.broxbourne.gov.uk/planningjobs&amp;nbsp</a>;
For an informal discussion about the role requirements, please email <a href="mailto:diane.parsley@broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">diane.parsley@broxbourne.gov.uk</a>
Borough Offices, Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9XQ. Telephone: 01992 785509, Email: <a href="mailto:personnel@broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel@broxbourne.gov.uk</a> Website: <a href="http://www.broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.broxbourne.gov.uk</a>

Borough of Broxbourne

Technical Assistant (Planning)

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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.



Planning Officer 
Development Management, Planning and Environmental Health
Salary: £33,055 - £48,091 (Scale 22 – 38)
Closing date: Friday 31 October 2025 
Interview date: w/c 10 November 2025 
What does it take to be a planner at Elmbridge?
Commitment? Determination?&nbsp; Pragmatism?&nbsp; Solution-focussed attitude?
We would suggest that it takes all of this and one other trait; we want our planners to be passionate about design.
That’s what makes planning services at Elmbridge different; we have talented, passionate people, determined to do their best work for Elmbridge, influencing and helping to shape Elmbridge.
In response to the increase in planning application fees, Elmbridge is creating additional posts within the team. Therefore, you will be joining a growing team.
If you want to be a planner and you have the motivation to undertake professional qualifications, we will support you in a day release course at University.
You will see the other essential criteria in the person specification, but it’s your approach to work that will be your main asset.
Whether you are a planning manager, officer or trainee you will understand that you have an important role to play in helping us to shape Elmbridge. You will be supporting our customers and helping them to understand the role good planning makes in shaping an area.
Elmbridge is one of the busiest local planning authorities in the country and sets very high standards for the delivery of planning decisions within Government targets.&nbsp; With land values that rival London and a population of 135,000, we will provide you with an interesting and challenging step in your career.
About us
We know we ask a lot, but the good news is that we give a lot too.
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<li>Not forgetting our excellent pension and ‘Thrive’ package of employee benefits and discounts with various local businesses. There is also free employee parking.</li>
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What else?
We encourage you to read more on us and if you have any queries please give us a call.
Here are some reading options to help you with your decision making:
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<li><a href="https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/jobs-work-experience-and-volunteering" target="_blank">https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/jobs-work-experience-and-volunteering</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/elmbridge-borough-council/?viewAsMember=true" target="_blank">Our LinkedIn page</a></li>
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If you would like to talk to us about the role, please give Jenny or Peter our Team Leaders in Development Manager a call on 01372 474808.
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Planning Officer

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Career Grade Development Management Officer (P01441) Salary £34,431 - £41,254 (Planning Officer) £41,992 - £49,608 (Senior Planning Officer)inclusive of outer fringe allowance (Career Grade Scheme with appointment leveldependent on experience) 37 hours per week (Hybrid working)Are you looking for a new challenge in an area steeped in planning history?Do you enjoy being part of a small team, and want the opportunity to work on a mixture of urban and rural applications? If so, this could be the next Planning role for you.A fantastic opportunity is available at Welwyn Hatfield Council for a Career Grade Development Management Officer.In this challenging and hugely rewarding opportunity, you’ll be responsible for managing a caseload of planning applications (ranging from householders up to major schemes depending on experience). In addition,you will be expected to proactively develop a customer-focussed service. You will be carrying out site visits, dealing with complaints, providing advice to a range of stakeholders, and representing the Council at appeals. ABOUT YOUTo succeed in this role, you’ll need to have completed a degree or equivalent in Town Planning or a related subject.Some development management experience and a proactive, customer focussed approach will also help you to thrive in this position.Excellent communication skills are also essential, as you’ll be expected to hold meetings with customers and council members to provide advice, guidance, and feedback on planning and related matters. ABOUT USWelwyn Hatfield includes the two towns of Welwyn Garden City and Hatfield but also encompasses a significant rural area which is designated as Green Belt.This creates a vibrant mix of opportunities and developments including major brownfield re-development within the main towns, urban extensions delivering new homes and jobs, to rural agricultural development as well as conservation and heritage work.With a strong legacy of planning principles embedded within our area from the Garden City and New Towns movements and a newly adopted Local Plan, the postholder will have a key role to play in delivering positive project outcomes as well as helping to make sure our planning service is working in a modern, efficient, and effective way, with customers at is heart.You will join a forward-thinking council that puts their customers first. We know that to provide the best for our residents and visitors, we need to do the same for our people.We have set out to make our workplaces vibrant and happy places to be, places where our people feel safe, content and valued.Our COREvalues guide everything we do – Collaborative, Open, Responsible, Excellent.We can offer you flexible working to help balance work and home life, electric pool cars, local government pension scheme and generous annual leave and much more. You can view our benefits here <a href="https://careers.welhat.gov.uk/homepage/8/my-rewards" target="_blank">My Rewards – Careers</a>We do not offer sponsorship for employment in the UK. Closing date for applications: 12 October 2025Remote Assessments: 17 October 2025Interview Date: 24 October 2025 Keywords: Planning, Town Planning, Applications, Regeneration, Rural, Major Schemes, Dwellings, Hybrid, Working, Hertfordshire

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

Career Grade Development Management Officer

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Starting Salary: £55,581 - £63,438 Grade: Level 5, Zone 1 Work Location: 5 Pancras Square, Kings Cross, London, N1C 4AG Hours per week: 36 Hours (Full Time) Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 Months) Closing Date: Sunday 5^th October at 23:59&nbsp; Alternative flexible working options available / open to discussion About Us&nbsp; Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all. The Role We are looking for a candidate to fit our Deputy Team Leader role working within our Development Management team. This will be for a 1-year fixed term basis to provide cover for the substantive post holder who is on maternity leave although there is the possibility of extension as service needs require. You will contribute to&nbsp;our vibrant community's future by ensuring a responsive, high-performing, and top tier Development Management service. We support flexible working hours and conditions which will entail occasional meetings and site visits outside of normal office hours according to the needs of the service. This role provides an opportunity for an experienced planning professional to develop their people management skills while leading on pivotal planning applications that drive positive outcomes for our borough and its communities.&nbsp;Supporting our Area Team Managers you will take on line management responsibility for a number of planners in the team. You will manage your own caseload mainly comprising a small number of large scale or high profile major schemes on which you will lead on the negotiations to secure strategic benefits for Camden.&nbsp; Your strategic approach will strengthen relationships across the council and externally, fostering collaboration. As the go-to expert on planning advice, processes, legislation, and Camden's policies, you'll empower confident decision-making. Your commitment ensures a responsive, high-performing Development Management Service that meets community needs. About You&nbsp; We are looking for someone enthusiastic, organised and personable with strong communication and negotiation skills. You should care about residents and know how local government works in a diverse urban setting. The ideal candidate will show an understanding for how politics affects local development and the implications of this on people and places. Being able to find smart solutions to complex problems and building good relationships within and outside the council is key for this role. You need to be good at managing projects, talking to people, and seeing the big picture. Your experience in handling complex planning applications is crucial. Being a good leader and mentor is a must. A good understanding of the London planning system is expected as well as keeping up to date with the latest changes in policy and planning law. A recognised RTPI qualification is essential and having experience gained at an appropriate level working within a local authority is an advantage. How To Apply To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile under the “About You” section.&nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser: What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know&nbsp;that a work life balance is extremely&nbsp;important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp</a>; Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG, Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias.

Camden Council

Deputy Team Leader

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance.)
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council work in partnership and the Principal Planners will provide support to both organisations, although you may be embedded in one or other service departments depending on service requirements.
<h3>About the role</h3>
As one of two principal officers for the authorities, you will be responsible for the largest and most complex planning applications along with supporting team leaders in Brentwood and Rochford in providing mentorship for less experienced staff.
<h3>Key responsibilities</h3>
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<li>Lead on major planning applications including S106 negotiations.</li>
<li>Provide advice at pre-application stage and negotiate bespoke PPA agreements, taking responsibility for monitoring and managing associated costs.</li>
<li>Assist with the provision of professional support and guidance to drive service improvement and achieve quality outcomes for proposed development schemes.</li>
<li>Manage stakeholder engagement.</li>
<li>Producing high quality committee reports and presenting complex planning applications to Planning Committee.</li>
<li>Working with Team Leaders in the monitoring of less experienced members of staff and agree officer recommendations.</li>
<li>Delivering excellent customer service.</li>
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We work in a hybrid way with the principles of 2-3 days in the office varying between both Brentwood Borough and Rochford District Council, in addition to home working, and based on the needs of the service.
The successful candidate will need to hold a full UK Driving Licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.
<h3>About the candidate</h3>
We are looking for a Town Planner educated to degree level in a Town Planning or related subject who is eligible to be a chartered member of the RTPI. The right candidate will have extensive experience of leading on major planning applications in a development management environment.
You will be able to manage complex planning applications and appeals confidently and be an effective communicator both orally and in writing.
As a senior member of the team, you will have excellent understanding of development management in a local authority environment and be focused on delivering a professional and high performing service.
<h3>Benefits of working for us</h3>
We offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working hours, employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
<h3>Please note</h3>
We are recruiting for two Principal Planners; both vacancies are OneTeam roles, which require working at both Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council locations. However, one role will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council, with time predominantly spent in Brentwood, and the other by Rochford District Council.
If you would like to be considered for both vacancies, please only complete one application form, on either the Brentwood Borough Council or the Rochford District Council job site. You will have the option to confirm this on your application form.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Caroline Corrigan, Corporate Manager Development Management, by emailing <a href="mailto:caroline.corrigan@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.corrigan@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a> with your availability for a call.
The closing date for applications is Monday 13 October 2025 at 08:00am.
Interviews to be held week commencing 20 October 2025.

Brentwood Borough Council

Principal Planner – Development Management

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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.



Technical Support Officer 
Interview date: TBC 
We are seeking a highly motivated talented individual 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.
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.
For an informal discussion about the role, please call Amanda Leonard, Planning Business Support Team Leader on 01372 474 427 or email <a href="mailto:aleonard@elmbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">aleonard@elmbridge.gov.uk</a>
About us 
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Flexibility: we know you have to juggle work and life commitments and our approach to hybrid working is there to support you.</li>
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Wellbeing: when you thrive, Elmbridge thrives, which is why we have developed a strong and varied wellbeing programme for our employees.</li>
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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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The closing date for applications is Monday, 13 October 2025 at 09:00. However, this date is given as a guide and is subject to change. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applicants has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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