*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)var(thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(header-height)min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:1bc512b3-a620-485c-b2d4-03c84adeb1eb-0" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:1bc512b3-a620-485c-b2d4-03c84adeb1eb-0" data-testid="conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> Senior Planning Officer | East Anglia | Contract Opportunity East Anglia £40–45 per hour 3–6 Month Contract Hybrid Working – Office/Site Presence Once Per Fortnight We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Planning Officer to support a busy local authority planning team in East Anglia on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with strong development management experience looking for a flexible hybrid contract role. Key Responsibilities Managing a caseload of Complex minor planning applications Assessing applications and preparing officer reports Providing professional planning advice to applicants and stakeholders Liaising with consultees, councillors, and members of the public Supporting the wider planning team with development management duties Requirements Previous experience working within a UK local authority planning team Strong knowledge of development management and planning legislation Ability to independently manage minor applications from validation to decision MRTPI qualification desirable but not essential Excellent written communication and stakeholder management skills The Offer Competitive rate of £40–45 per hour Flexible hybrid arrangement Office/site attendance required only once every two weeks Initial 3–6 month contract with potential extension If you’re interested or would like to hear more, please apply directly or get in touch for a confidential discussion. tommie.blashill@vividresourcing.com 0161 470 5506