Graduate Planning Officer

Graduate Planning Officer

£32,790 - £35,163 inclusive annual salary, plus essential car user allowance, and generous local government pension

Permanent

Full-time (37 hours/week)

Flexible working options including hybrid

Job ref: P2521

About the role

We are looking for talented individuals who can contribute to the delivery of a high performing customer focused service.

We welcome applications from candidates who are working towards obtaining either a planning related degree, or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning, or a degree in a related discipline and a willingness to work towards gaining an accredited postgraduate qualification in town planning. Candidates should have theoretical knowledge of the planning process and demonstrate a willingness to learn.

Our Graduate Planning Officers, with support from experienced colleagues, will consider and negotiate straight forward planning applications and provide recommendations on applications. This includes making delegated recommendations, engaging with colleagues, Councillors and other stakeholders to ensure the right planning outcome. You will be developing your knowledge of planning related legislation and delivering positive outcomes to our customers and residents.

About you

The ideal candidate needs to be a strong team player who is well organised, articulate in spoken and written communication and able to take the initiative to help drive forward individual projects and the team’s overall objectives.

Benefits

• 26.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays.
• Annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not have a standard full-time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days, e.g. part‑timers.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
• Flexible working options.
• Staff Parking Permit.
• Reimbursement of professional fees.
• Comprehensive development and training.
• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres.
• Access to discounts and benefits via online platform.

Additional Information

• Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post.
• Disclosure Checks This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.
• English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).

Closing date for applications: Monday 18th May 2026.

Interviews scheduled for w/c: To be confirmed.

NOTE: Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and we strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

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