Senior Planning Officer Location: Brympton Way, Yeovil, BA202HT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £36.25 per hour Job Ref: OR13252 Job Responsibilities Manage and determine a varied and complex caseload of planning applications, including major development projects, through negotiation with developers and agents, considering third-party comments, and drafting reports for Planning Committee and delegated decisions. Provide support and guidance to planning officers and consultees in processing planning applications, monitoring compliance, and other planning functions to meet agreed timescales and deliver appropriate development. Prepare appeal statements and attend hearings and public inquiries as an expert witness to represent and defend the Local Planning Authority's decisions. Respond promptly to enquiries from developers, members, and the public on development matters, ensuring efficient and reliable service considering relevant legislation, case law policies, and Council procedures. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, organizational policy, and professional codes of conduct, reflecting best practices and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. Process applications for a wide range of development schemes, including major planning applications, by negotiating with developers and agent...