Salary Range and Hours: Planning Compliance officer - Band E, £37,598 - £41,512 Permanent, full-time
Salary Range and Hours: Planning Compliance Assistant - Band D, £32,628 - £36,823 Fixed Term (24 months), full-time
Broadland and South Norfolk District Councils are looking to appoint two new colleagues to join our small but dynamic Planning Compliance Team, helping to safeguard the integrity of the planning system and ensure development takes place in accordance with planning permissions.
Two roles are available:
Planning Compliance Officer - Permanent, full-time
Planning Compliance Assistant - Fixed-term (2 years), full-timePlease indicate clearly which role you are applying for.
About the Role
Our Planning Compliance Team plays a vital role in investigating alleged breaches of planning control, monitoring compliance with planning permissions and conditions, and taking proportionate enforcement action where required.
Both roles involve working closely with complainants, developers, landowners, elected members, legal services and internal council teams. Strong communication, negotiation and organisational skills are essential
About You
Planning Compliance Officer
You will take a lead role in the investigation and resolution of breaches of planning control, including:
Investigating complaints through site inspections, interviews, research of planning history and legislation, and preparing clear, factual reports with plans and photographs
Monitoring development and compliance with planning conditions and legal agreements
Preparing reports, witness statements and evidence for enforcement action
Serving statutory enforcement notices (including injunctions and summonses)
Representing the councils at public inquiries and court proceedings
Taking proportionate formal action where necessary, including prosecution
Maintaining accurate records, performance data and statisticsYou will have proven experience in a planning compliance or enforcement environment and a good working knowledge of planning legislation and enforcement tools.
Planning Compliance Assistant
You will provide vital support to the compliance officers and manager, including:
Maintaining up-to-date records of complaints and investigations
Assisting in the investigation of alleged breaches, including site inspections and evidence gathering
Supporting the drafting of enforcement documentation and notices in liaison with legal services
Monitoring compliance with planning conditions as directed
Preparing evidence for court hearings
Keeping all parties informed of progress on enforcement matters
Liaising with internal services and external agencies as required
Ensuring enforcement matters are handled in line with the councils' adopted enforcement policyThis role is ideal for someone with experience of negotiating and decision-making within defined procedures and legislation, looking to develop a career in planning enforcement.
Closing Date: Thursday 7th May 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Why Join Us?
We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
The Councils reserve the right to close any and all vacancies at any time if there is judged to be a sufficient number of applications received.
South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service