Town Planning Officer Coventry | £24.05 per hour Umbrella | Interim Contract
Salary: £24.05 per hour
Sector: Local Government
Job Type: Contract/Interim
Region: West Midlands
Location: Coventry
Reference Number: VR/45608/DC
Post Date: 08-06-2026 05:28 PM
A Local Authority is seeking an experienced Town Planning Officer to join its Development Management team and support the delivery of an efficient and effective Development Control Service.
Key Responsibilities
* Process a wide range of planning applications from registration through to determination.
* Undertake consultations, negotiations and exercise delegated authority where appropriate.
* Prepare written statements for planning appeals and present evidence at hearings.
* Deal with the discharge of planning conditions and monitor development implementation.
* Negotiate and assist with Section 106 agreements.
* Present reports and recommendations to Planning Committee when required.
* Attend public meetings and engage with applicants, consultees and local communities.
* Process Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs), applications for works to trees and matters relating to High Hedges.
* Develop working relationships with related services including Building Control and Planning Policy.
Requirements
* Qualified Town Planner (RTPI accredited or equivalent).
* Experience within Development Control/Development Management.
* Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy and guidance.
* Experience of handling planning applications, appeals and enforcement matters.
* Understanding of Section 106 agreements and development monitoring.
* Excellent communication, negotiation and report‑writing skills.
* Ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively within a local authority environment.
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