Principal Planning Officer
Bedford Borough Council
* Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
* Salary: £52,413-£56,676 per year
* Contract: Permanent
* Work Pattern: Full-time
* Posted: 17 hours ago
We currently have a number of exciting opportunities within the Bedford Borough Planning Service. This role is ideal for an astute, forward-thinking principal planner with experience, knowledge, and drive to deliver significant development projects within the Borough.
Bedford is a traditional market town with excellent educational settings and cultural facilities. The River Great Ouse and urban parks provide a high-quality environment. For those preferring rural living, many attractive villages are available.
Bedford Borough Council is committed to sustainable growth, aiming to deliver new homes, regenerate town centers, and enhance the environment and transport system.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your planning career through urban and rural development, regeneration schemes, and sustainable settlements. We offer flexible working practices, including a mix of office and home-working.
We seek a motivated, innovative planner with experience in handling major and complex applications. A proactive approach to place-shaping, excellent customer service skills, and teamwork are essential.
Interested? For an informal chat, email Gideon.richards@bedford.gov.uk or Gavin.Chinniah@bedford.gov.uk.
How to apply
Click 'Apply for Vacancy' when ready. Upload your CV and answer application questions. Ensure your CV demonstrates how you meet the role's requirements. An optional CV template is provided.
Please note: The Council will not re-employ ex-employees who:
* Received a severance payment within 12 months of leaving
* Are in receipt of a local government pension (for Senior Officers) unless the appointment is business critical
For further info, email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk.
Closing Date: 2nd September 2025
Interview Date: W/C 15th September 2025
Bedford Borough Council supports the Armed Forces Covenant, Care Leavers Covenant, and is a Disability Confident Employer.
Additional Vacancy Info
* Allowance (pro rata for part-time): N/A
* Is this an enhanced DBS role? No
* Is this a politically restricted role? No
* Customer-facing role requiring fluent English? Yes
Vacancy Location
* Location: Bedfordshire
* Location: Borough Hall Bedford
* Designated car user position? Yes
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