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Senior Planning Officer (Development Control)
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Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council is a small Council with big values. We are committed to ensuring our services are delivered to the highest possible standard and we put the customer at the forefront of everything we do. By working for us you will become part of the team and will play your part in serving our community.
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Planning Officer in the Development Control Team
This is a key role in achieving Nuneaton and Bedworth Council’s vision by supporting in the delivery and management of the Development Control Service.
If you wish to join an enjoyable yet challenging working environment that forms part of an organisation committed to making a real difference for the community that we serve, then we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Process both complex and non-complex planning applications.
- Deal with major planning applications with the support of a Principal Planning Officer.
- Prepare reports, both delegated and for Committee and present applications at Committee.
- Supervise work undertaken by Planning Officers and the development of other team members with advice and appropriate training.
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Requirements
- Recent and relevant experience in development control work, including enforcement.
- Ability to deal with complex planning applications and negotiate legal agreements.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to analyse complex information.
- High level of motivation and personal enthusiasm.
- Flexibility and a positive attitude to changing situations.
- Team player.
Applicants should be an enthusiastic and experienced planner who has membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute or a qualification and experience which would enable membership within 12 months of appointment to post.
Benefits
- Flexible working
- Hybrid working from home and the office
- Learning and development opportunities
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous holiday allowance
- Independent support for your health and wellbeing
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Application Process
Please note that all applications must be received on an online application form. We do not accept CV's and do not keep CV's on file unless part of an application.
Any communication with you will be via email, so please check your email, including spam/junk folders, and WMJobs account on a regular basis after submitting your application.
Individuals who have recently been interviewed for this position should not re-apply as a further interview will not be offered.
Contact Information
For an informal discussion or further information about the role, please
email Darren Grant, Principal Planning Officer darren.grant@nuneatonandbedworth.gov.uk
or Ben Peffers, Principal Planning Officer ben.peffers@nuneatonandbedworth.gov.uk
Interviews to be held week commencing 31st August 2026
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