Senior Planning Officer

Location: King Square, Bridgwater, TA6 3AR

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 2+ Months

Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week

Pay Rate: £ 36.25 per day

Job Ref: OR10792

Responsibilities

Manage a diverse and complex caseload of planning applications, including major developments, through negotiation with developers and consideration of third-party comments.

Provide support and guidance to planning officers and consultees, ensuring compliance with agreed timescales and delivering appropriate development.

Prepare appeal statements and serve as an expert witness at hearings and public inquiries related to planning and enforcement appeals.

Respond promptly to inquiries from developers, members, and the public, ensuring service efficiency and reliability.

Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, organizational policy, and professional codes of conduct.

Deliver the council's equality, diversity, and inclusion policies, promoting equality of opportunity for all.

Process applications for a wide range of development schemes, undertaking negotiations and balancing material considerations.

Draft reports for Planning Committee and delegated decisions, considering legislation, case law, and council procedures.

Provide professional support and guidance to planning officers in processing applications and compliance activities.

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