Job Title: Strategic Planning and Infrastructure Officer Role Overview: The Council is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for its communities and is seeking a Strategic Planning and Infrastructure Officer who can thrive in an agile and networked organization. The role involves supporting the operational needs and delivery outcomes of the Strategic Planning and Infrastructure team, focusing on Development Management, Planning Enforcement, and Spatial Planning. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with relevant officers within the service, across the Council, and with partners on various professional activities and projects aligned with service priorities and the Council’s Corporate Plan. Handle all aspects of development management and spatial planning work, including planning applications, appeals, enforcement, area-based planning strategies, and project work. Support the public in participating in planning and support initiatives such as co-design. Work closely with colleagues to deliver excellent customer service for the benefit of local communities and the Council's reputation. Support senior officers in responding to complaints from members of the public, residents groups, and Councillors arising from the post holder’s casework. Collaborate with the manager to agree on performance objectives and prioritize work to meet deadlines. Build strong internal and external working partnerships to enable the service to be delivered efficiently. Support the use of new technologies, particularly Google, to enable modern working practices. Core Competencies: Demonstrate self-management and employ self-awareness, self-confidence, self-control, and resilience to work positively with customers, stakeholders, and colleagues. Embed equity, equality, fairness, and diversity into all aspects of work. General Requirements: Flexibility to attend meetings and events outside normal hours. Willingness to manage work-life balance flexibly. Adherence to RBK's Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, and relevant policies and legislation. Willingness to develop and act on a personal development plan and share learning with others. Requirements Requirements: Relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification in Planning or a related field. Experience in development management, planning enforcement, or spatial planning. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a team and build strong partnerships. Familiarity with new technologies, particularly Google, for modern working practices. Commitment to equity, equality, fairness, and diversity in the workplace.