Job Description
About the Role:
Enfield Council is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Officer (PO1) to assist with additional and project-based planning workload. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful development within the borough, supporting community-led growth and sustainable planning.
Key Responsibilities:
* Efficiently review and manage a varied caseload at senior level
* Handle planning applications including:
o New residential conversions
o Changes of use
o Minor developments and small-scale major residential applications
o Prior approval cases
* Present cases to Planning Committee as required
* Work collaboratively across departments to ensure high-quality and timely planning outcomes
* Provide professional planning advice in line with current legislation and policy
Ideal Candidate:
* Proven experience as a Planning Officer at a senior level within a local authority
* Strong understanding of UK planning policy, case law, and legislation
* Skilled in managing complex caseloads and meeting strict deadlines
* Confident presenting cases to Committee
* Excellent communication and report-writing skills
* RTPI membership (or eligibility) is desirable