Senior Planning Officer - Fixed Term up to 12 months
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is looking for an enthusiastic professional to join its busy Planning Development Team as a maternity cover replacement for up to one year. You will be responsible for dealing with a caseload of interesting and complex planning applications and responding to pre-application enquiries in relation to proposed development queries. You will need to demonstrate Planning Development experience, including appeals, attendance at committee meetings and experience of managing complex applications. You will need to be extremely organised, able to take responsibility for your own work and at the same time contribute to the overall team performance. Good interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills are essential as is the ability to deliver high quality advice in a timely manner and efficiently manage a caseload of applications. Good working knowledge of relevant legislation, planning policy and guidance are also required.
Within easy reach of London, Basingstoke is a fast paced, vibrant and modern town with many successful businesses, surrounded by picturesque villages and set in the stunning Hampshire countryside. It has a wealth of architectural heritage with over 1800 Listed Buildings and more than 40 Conservation Areas. The area also includes Highclere Castle, the setting of TV¿s Downton Abbey and Laverstoke Mill, home to Bombay Sapphire. There are activities for every interest, including an international concert hall, a regional shopping centre, indoor sky-diving centre and impressive sports and leisure facilities. Based at the Civic Offices in Basingstoke, near to the Top of Town, you would report directly to the Assistant Planning Manager.
Making a difference to the people we serve really makes a difference to us. If you share our values, are customer focused, and this is an opportunity you consider that you are well suited to then we would like to hear from you. A full driving licence is essential for this role.
Appointment Type Fixed Term Position Full Time/Part Time Full-time Job Category Planning Hours 37 Is this a hybrid working role? Yes Salary Min £46,796 Salary Max £50,456 Interview date TBC Closing Date 15/05/2026 Ref No 921 Documents
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What benefits do we offer?
At Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council we offer a wide range of employee benefits to recognise your valued contribution:
4. Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays
5. Local government pension scheme and Life Assurance
6. Salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars
7. Access to discounts at nationwide retailers through our ‘BOOST’ perks discount site
8. Funded healthcare cash plan including optical and dental cover
9. Free flu vaccination vouchers
10. Access to a free and confidential employee assistance program
11. Support towards a variety of training, including professional qualifications, apprenticeships and wider technical and soft skill development courses
The council signs up to the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the ‘Two Ticks’ scheme). If you have declared a disability on the application form we can guarantee you an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the job.
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of our community.