We are looking to recruit an experienced and highly motivated individual to join the Council’s Development Management Service. Ideally, we’re looking for a qualified, experienced Development Management Officer, however consideration will be given to applicants working within the built environment, with experience / qualifications in architecture, conservation or the built heritage. The post offers a range of diverse professional challenges but also the ability to influence the future shape of communities across the County. Being an integral part of the Council’s ambition of developing and improving the quality of life and opportunities for residents, the Corporate importance of the service is recognised. We will expect you to be creative, innovative and able to find solutions. On a day to day basis you will: - Assist in the preparation and provision of a professional planning service, by sensitively managing land usage and development in the County. - Process applications for planning permission. - Undertake the efficient and effective investigation of breaches of planning control and legislation within the County and utilise appropriate enforcement interventions as necessary. We are looking to recruit an individual with: - A degree or equivalent in Town and Country Planning or related discipline. - A good understanding of permitted development rights and experience of dealing with a variety of planning applications and enforcement cases. - An ability to communicate impartially and effectively with a wide range of people at various levels. - An ability to work with limited supervision and to work to tight deadlines. - A strong commitment to providing a high quality service to the public and strong commitment to customer satisfaction. The post requires a degree of fluency in the Welsh language. Please note that a successful applicant without the required Welsh language skill will be fully supported to reach the required standard within two years of appointment. We believe work-life balance is very important. To support you in achieving this, you will have access to the following discretionary benefits: - Hybrid Working: Subject to certain conditions being met, you may choose to work from home or in an office location. - Flexi-time: Hours may be worked within a defined bandwidth, Monday to Friday, subject to service needs. For detailed information on this role, please refer to our careers website. For an informal discussion, please contact Catrin Newbold (Service Manager – Development Management) on Tel: (01545) 572131. Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .