Hart District Council
Senior Development Management Planner
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Senior Planner Development Management (Grade C) - £40,426 - £43,690
Location: Fleet, Hampshire Type: Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid working
About Hart District Council
Hart District Council is entering an exciting period of change and increasing development pressures. Located in North East Hampshire, Hart is a prosperous and rapidly growing district with high demand for new development. Positioned just beyond the London Green Belt and along the M3 corridor, the area benefits from:
- A vibrant economy
- Excellent transport links
- A strong sense of community
Hart is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the UK, offering:
- Beautiful countryside
- Excellent schools
- First-rate leisure opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking Development Management team, where you will play a key role in shaping high-quality development across the district. Your caseload will include major and complex planning applications, helping to deliver sustainable growth and positive outcomes for Hart’s communities.
Benefits
When joining Hart District Council, you’ll enjoy:
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working hours with up to 2 flexi days per month
- Hybrid working policy (currently around 60% homeworking)
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Support for Continual Professional Development (CPD) and professional subscriptions
- Free staff parking
- Confidential employee advice and support programme
- Promotion of a healthy work-life balance
- A genuinely supportive and collaborative team environment
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About the Role
Reporting to the Development Management Team Leader, the Senior Planner will provide high-quality planning advice across a wide range of applications, including:
- Major developments
- Complex schemes
- Pre-application proposals
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a caseload of major and complex planning applications and pre-applications
- Conducting consultations, site visits, and negotiations with applicants and stakeholders
- Preparing reports and recommendations (including for the Planning Committee)
- Presenting applications at committee meetings and attending meetings as required
- Providing clear, practical advice to applicants, residents, and stakeholders
- Supporting appeals work, including written representations, hearings, and inquiries
- Negotiating planning obligations to secure high-quality development outcomes
- Collaborating with internal teams and escalating breaches where necessary
- Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team
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Requirements
We are seeking an experienced, motivated planner with a proactive and solution-focused approach. The ideal candidate will have:
- Degree or postgraduate qualification in Planning or a related discipline
- Significant post-qualification experience in Development Management
- Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and best practice
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills
- Confidence in dealing with stakeholders and presenting at committee
- A positive, customer-focused approach and commitment to high-quality service delivery
Advantageous:
- Membership of the RTPI or working towards chartership
Cultural fit is crucial—you must demonstrate a commitment to Hart’s values: ✔ Being helpful, approachable, and responsive ✔ Taking ownership ✔ Ensuring best outcomes for residents and stakeholders
How to Apply
For further information, apply via this advert or contact Ben Styles at Hays.
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