Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday
Worker Type: Hybrid Worker
Salary: Starting Salary is £40,777 (year one), rising to £44,075 (year four) plus a £5,000 p/a market supplement (approved to August 2027) - pay award pending
Location: Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham, NG2 3NG
Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.
About the Role
We are seeking a Principal Conservation Officer to provide expert advice and leadership on heritage and conservation matters within Nottingham City Council’s Planning Service. This is a key role in protecting and enhancing the city’s historic environment, ensuring that heritage considerations are fully integrated into planning decisions, regeneration projects, and policy development.
You will work on a wide range of complex and high‑profile cases, including listed building consents, conservation area proposals, and enforcement matters involving heritage assets. The role involves close collaboration with developers, statutory consultees such as Historic England, and local communities to secure high‑quality, sustainable outcomes that respect Nottingham’s unique historic character while supporting growth and regeneration.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
* A degree or postgraduate qualification in conservation, planning, architecture, or a related discipline.
* Significant experience in built heritage conservation within a planning context, including advising on planning applications and listed building consents.
* In‑depth knowledge of planning legislation, national and local policy, and guidance relating to the historic environment, along with a strong understanding of architectural history, building materials, and conservation techniques.
* Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to interpret technical information, produce clear written reports, and present evidence at planning committees, appeals, or public inquiries.
* Strong organisational skills, the ability to manage a varied caseload, and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders.
* A commitment to delivering high‑quality services that put citizens first, alongside a strong understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in service delivery.
This post is covered by the statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) (English Language Requirement for public sector workers) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for the role.
Closing Date: 21st June 2026
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