Senior Planning Officer

Working on behalf of a Local Authority, Aatom Recruitment has a new opportunity for a Senior Planning Officer on a 3 months contract initially with a possibility of further extension.

Main Responsibilities

• To deputise for the Development Control Team Leader in his/her absence as required by the Development Manager.
• To personally handle a varied caseload including the more complex and major development applications and appeals, preparing reports which are clear, accurate and technically correct.
• To ensure planning applications and appeals are determined in accordance with service and business plan targets – and are in accordance with relevant planning guidance and legislation.
• To prepare reports and make recommendations to client Committees and on matters to be decided under delegated powers – including presenting reports as appropriate.
• To prepare and present evidence at appeals/public inquiries as required. ...