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Location: Barnet
Salary: 26.74 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary ongoing
Working Hours: Full-time, 36h, hybrid role, two days in the office
Closing Date: 30/05/2025
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Planning Officer to join our client dynamic Planning team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the built environment and delivering sustainable development across the borough.
You will manage a varied and complex caseload of planning applications, provide expert advice on planning policy, and support junior staff. This position offers a chance to contribute to major regeneration projects, strategic site delivery, and high-profile developments that directly impact local communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on a caseload of complex planning applications, with a focus on residential development and arboriculturally impact.
- Assess and determine planning applications involving TPOs, trees in conservation areas, and new housing.
- Provide professional advice to applicants, elected members, the public, and other stakeholders.
- Support the implementation of housing growth targets while upholding environmental and design standards.
- Represent the Council at Planning Committee and, where necessary, at appeal hearings or public inquiries.
- Liaise with internal departments (housing, environmental services, legal) and external partners.
- Help develop policies and guidance related to green infrastructure and housing design.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
Essential Skills and Experience
- RTPI accredited degree and eligible for (or current) MRTPI membership.
- Significant experience in development management within a local authority or similar setting.
- Sound knowledge of planning legislation, housing policy, and environmental protections relating to trees.
- Strong analytical and report-writing skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Proven ability to manage complex cases independently and meet statutory deadlines.
Desirable
- Experience in strategic site delivery or regeneration projects.
- Previous local government or consultancy experience.
- Experience dealing with Tree Preservation Orders and arboricultural impact assessments.
- Understanding of biodiversity net gain and climate-resilient planning.
Ready to make a difference in planning and development?
Apply now or contact Magdalena for an informal discussion.
