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Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council is going through change and this is an exciting time to join the planning team. Our track record in planning and development has delivered a progressive approach to growth and economic investment, balanced with preserving the heritage and natural quality of the Borough. We are currently experiencing significant interest in investment across the Borough which is resulting in a range of planning applications for new housing, commercial and employment development.
The Role:&nbsp;
As a Senior Planning Officer you will have the opportunity to become involved in varied and challenging casework focusing on larger housing and commercial applications, as well as providing support and advice to both colleagues in other departments and Elected Members to deliver the Council’s priorities. You will also be required to provide excellent pre-application advice to applicants, developers and architects.
Ideally you will have experience of not only managing a casework of challenging planning applications, but have also been involved in negotiating s106 agreements and presenting at Committees.&nbsp; Experience of hearings and public inquiry appeal work is also preferable.
The Council receives a broad variety of proposals across the Borough, with wide ranging opportunities for development, along with many high-level constraints providing interesting challenges for decision making.
Working for Tonbridge and Malling Council you’ll have easy access from London by train and have all that Kent can offer set in stunning countryside. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop your skills and experience within an organisation that prides itself on supporting its staff. We encourage staff to undertake vocational and technical training. In addition to learning &amp; development, we also offer many flexible working opportunities, including job share, flexi time, compressed hours and of course hybrid.
What we are looking for:
You should possess enthusiasm, be well motivated and have excellent communication skills. You should possess a relevant degree and an RTPI accredited Post Graduate Degree in Planning. Eligibility for membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) would also be desirable.
You must be able to demonstrate a high level of experience as a Planner working within a busy Development Management environment, have a high degree of autonomy, independently managing your own workload whilst positively engaging with the wider team and Borough Councillors.
Experience of acting as a witness at public inquiry would also be desirable.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer by clicking here:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council - Working for Us </a>
For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact Hannah Parker, Development Manager at <a href="mailto:hannah.parker@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">hannah.parker@tmbc.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;
(Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies please)

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Senior Planning Officer

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Assistant Urban Design InternFixed Term, Full Time£25,081 per annumLocation: ChelmsfordClosing Date: Sunday 27th July 2025 at 11.59pmWorking Style: Anywhere WorkerAre you an Architecture Graduate who is looking for a year in practice between your Part 1 and Part 2 courses, or an Urban Design Graduate looking for a year in practice in a friendly and high achieving team? Do you have an interest in shaping the quality of the built environment through Urban Design and are looking to start a career in this sector? This could be the opportunity you are looking for!Interviews will take place in person at County Hall, Chelmsford the week commencing 11th August 2025. Benefits: <ul>
<li>Healthy work life balance with flexible and hybrid working options</li>
<li>Wide range of learning and development opportunities</li>
<li>26 days annual leave + bank holidays + choice to buy extra</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Salary related pension scheme</li>
<li>Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through Essex Rewards</li>
<li>Access to our health and wellbeing support platform with Vita Health Group</li>
<li>A range of employee networks and communities to support staff and promote change, including, LGBTQ+ Employee Network, Ethnically Diverse Employee Network (EDEN), Differently Adept Working Network (DAWN), Young Person's Network &amp; Many more!</li>
</ul>What our Interns say: "I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at place services. The team and staff are welcoming and very willing to share their wealth of knowledge. I have especially appreciated the opportunities presented to me to complete different forms of work. My involvement in all sorts of projects has given me valuable exposure to the industry as a whole". Kieran Sullivan, Assistant Urban Design Intern. The Role: Place Services is a multi-disciplinary consultancy within Essex County Council providing environmental and planning services to the Council, local authorities and other public bodies. Our purpose is to support the public sector to deliver sustainable development. The Assistant Urban Design Intern will support the effective delivery of urban design services to our clients across the UK. The post holder will provide urban design support, including development management and policy advice; context appraisal and master planning; design guides and codes; assisting with design reviews; helping to prepare design briefs; and undertaking supervised specialist tasks on multi-disciplinary projects. The role requires a graduate level practitioner with knowledge of development management processes, legislation, policy, standards, and guidance; information management and communication skills; and a collaborative, enterprising, and client focused approach. About You: <ul>
<li>Previous work or volunteer experience working within a similar environment would be beneficial, but not essential as full training and support will be provided.</li>
<li>Builds effective working relationships with colleagues and customers across the functional area and wider organisation, which are collaborative to deliver effective customer service.</li>
<li>An interest in improving the built environment </li>
</ul>Essential Requirements for the role: <ul>
<li>Educated to Graduate Level in Architecture (RIBA Part 1 Eligible Course) or Urban Design (Urban Design Group Recognised Course) or studying either BA or Bsc in Architecture (Graduating 2025) OR MA or Msc in Urban Design (Graduating 2025)</li>
<li>Experience of working with IT systems including Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, Autocad, SketchUp, and Rhino, and willingness to learn new systems.</li>
<li>A high level of written and oral communication skills.</li>
<li>Please note - if your application is progressed to interview stage, there is a requirement to bring a portfolio of work to discuss at the interview</li>
</ul>What will you be doing? <h4>Contributing to effective delivery of a range of urban design services including:</h4><ul>
<li>Downloading and registering Application documents for consideration by the team.</li>
<li>Assisting with a case load of straightforward and minor development management consultations at all stages of the planning/consent process including Preapplication, Full, Outline, and Reserved Matters Applications and discharge of Conditions (RIBA stages 2 to 4).</li>
<li>Supporting the evaluation and preparation of design codes and design briefs (RIBA Stages 1 to 3).</li>
<li>Drafting new parameter plans and diagrams for Design Codes using AutoCAD, SketchUP, Photoshop, Illustrator and Rhino under the direction of Seniors and Principals. 3D Modelling and sketching (RIBA Stages 1 to 3).</li>
<li>Assisting with context appraisal and master planning including desk top publishing and 3D modelling and sketching (RIBA stages 1 to 3).</li>
<li>Assisting with and minuting design reviews (RIBA Stages 2 to 3).</li>
<li>To undertake work shadowing for site visits, and consultation feedback meetings with applicants and local authorities (RIBA stages 1 to 3).</li>
<li>To write, publish and distribute minutes for the above meetings.</li>
<li>Work shadowing other disciplines as required including Heritage and Landscape consultants.</li>
<li>Assisting the development and delivery of learning and promotional material, training activities and events, and engaging with networks, to enhance the recognition and reputation of Place Services.</li>
<li>Helping to maintain a collaborative, high-performance culture and improve personal competency continually seeking to enhance personal performance and practice, securing feedback, and building knowledge and skills.</li>
<li>Completion of RIBA <a href="http://www.pedr.co.uk/" target="_blank">Professional Education and Development Record (PEDR)</a> </li>
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Assistant Urban Design Intern

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7333/Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028.pdf" target="_blank">Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028</a></li>
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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)&nbsp;
<h3>The OneTeam partnership</h3>
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Economic Development Team provide support to both Councils.
<h3>About the role</h3>
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have each recently adopted refreshed Economic Growth Strategies covering the period of 2025-2028. To deliver on Brentwood and Rochford Councils' ambitions, we are looking for a Senior Economic Development Officer to join our OneTeam that serves both councils.
Brentwood Borough Council priorities include supporting start-ups, skills delivery and sustainability. Rochford District Council priorities include town centre regeneration, supporting growing businesses, skills delivery and sustainability. For more information, please visit the Economic Growth Strategies and Action Plans for each Council (links provided below).
<h3>The role will involve</h3>
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Strategic and Operational Leadership:&nbsp;Supports and deputises for the Corporate Manager – Economic Development, leads on delivering economic development strategies, projects and feasibility work including those funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and assists with team management.</li>
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Stakeholder Engagement and Representation:&nbsp;Acts as the key contact for external organisations (e.g. Essex County Council, business groups), leads on business engagement projects and works with stakeholders to secure support and funding for projects.</li>
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Policy and Investment Development:&nbsp;Leads on drafting strategic economic development and regeneration policies, responds to inward investment enquiries and researches best practices for local application.</li>
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Business Support and Financial Oversight:&nbsp;Provides proactive advice and signposting to local businesses, monitors budgets and manages financial processes including purchase orders and invoices up to £25,000.</li>
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Corporate and Compliance Responsibilities:&nbsp;Works flexibly across Brentwood and Rochford councils, adheres to safeguarding, data protection, health &amp; safety and equality policies, and supports emergency response efforts when required.</li>
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<h3>About the candidate&nbsp;</h3>
You will need to have experience of delivering economic development and/or regeneration programmes, strong written and verbal communication, good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, able to work within a friendly and supportive team, be well organised and able to deliver to tight deadlines and to maintain effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders. &nbsp;
Desirable qualities include local government and UK Shared Prosperity Fund experience, preparing reports and presenting to Council committees and insights on the Brentwood Borough and Rochford District business communities specifically.
<h3>Benefits of working for us</h3>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
This post is initially for a 2 year fixed term and may become permanent subject to funding.
For an informal discussion please contact Laurie Edmonds, Corporate Manager Economic Development, on <a href="mailto:laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>
This role will involve travel between Brentwood Town Hall, Rochford District Council’s offices at The Launchpad at Southend Airport Business Park, as well as networking venues around Brentwood Borough and Rochford District. You will be expected to attend networking events that take place outside usual working hours. There may be occasional weekend events to attend.
Please note – the successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.

Brentwood Borough Council

Senior Economic Development Officer

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Network Permit Officer &nbsp;- Salary - £34,416 - £37,536pa&nbsp; To be part of the Network Management Team, responsible for the processing and approval of permits as part of the London Permit Scheme. Plus assistance in the coordination of all road and street works in an effective and efficient manner to deliver best value and ensure continuous improvement. Please view Job Profile&nbsp;here For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Jack.Richardson@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jack.Richardson@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 16th July 2025 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

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