ContactCORP is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Planner to join our client in Swindon. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality strategic allocations and new communities. The Senior Planner will also be responsible for determining complex planning applications for development, contributing expertise at a senior level to enhance the planning process. This role will take place over a 5 month contracted period, until September 2024.
Senior Planner Responsibilities:
- Leading and managing the determination of major planning applications for development projects, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and guidelines.
- Providing expert advice and guidance to internal stakeholders, developers, and members of the public on planning matters, fostering positive relationships and promoting collaborative solutions.
- Conducting thorough reviews and assessments of planning applications, considering environmental, social, and economic factors to make informed recommendations.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, engineers, and environmental consultants, to assess the feasibility and impact of proposed developments.
- Participating in public consultations and community engagement activities to gather feedback and address concerns related to planning proposals.
- Contributing to the formulation and implementation of planning policies, strategies, and initiatives to support sustainable development and growth within the borough.
What we're looking for:
- Extensive experience in dealing with major planning applications within a local authority or similar environment.
- A comprehensive understanding of planning legislation, policies, and procedures, with a track record of delivering successful planning outcomes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex planning issues and propose innovative solutions.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Full driving license and access to a vehicle for conducting unaccompanied site visits within the Swindon area.
- Willingness to work in the Swindon office a minimum of one day a week, with flexibility to attend off-site meetings and events as required.
Additional Info:
- £35.62 per hour, dependant on experience and availability
- Based in Swindon
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