Senior Planning Officer

  • carrington west
  • Apr 01, 2026
Contractor Other

Job Description

Senior Planner - Development Management
Remote / Hybrid (minimum 1 day per month in office)
£40-55 p/h (Depending on experience)
37 hours per week

Job Ref - 65747

Take ownership of a varied and engaging planning caseload, working on minor, major, and strategic applications. Contribute to shaping local growth, prepare committee reports, undertake site visits, and collaborate with stakeholders across a dynamic planning environment.

Key responsibilities:
Manage a varied planning application caseload
Prepare reports for delegated decisions and committees
Support strategic and rural planning initiatives
Undertake site visits and engage with stakeholders
Assist with service improvements and mentor junior staff

Requirements:
Experience in Development Management across a mixed caseload
Knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and rural issues
Confidence preparing reports and presenting to committees
Ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Flexible remote/hybrid working, with minimum 1 day per month in office.

Please call Jake Herrington on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email:
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Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role is not quite right, feel free to get in touch to discuss other opportunities.