A client within the Public Sector based in Devon is currently recruiting for a Planning Officer to join their Development Management Team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a Planning environment. The Role Key purpose of the role: To manage a caseload of planning applications and pre-application enquiries, ensuring compliance with Development Management processes, statutory requirements and Town and Country Planning legislation, while delivering high-quality recommendations within agreed performance targets. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Managing a varied caseload of planning applications, ensuring statutory deadlines and Local Performance Indicators are met • Assessing applications and pre-application submissions in line with planning policy and legislation • Writing clear, well-structured reports with sound planning balance and recommendations • Presenting applications at Planning Committee and public meetings where required • Negotiating amendments with applicants and agents, including Section 106 agreements The Candidate To be considered for this role you will require: • A relevant degree, diploma or HNC in Town Planning or related discipline • RTPI membership (or working towards / recently achiev...