Senior Planning Officer

Job description

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Lewisham to assist with the appointment of a Senior Planning Officer, on a 3-months contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. Rate of Pay : £25.94- £34.26 per hour Summary: As a Senior Planning Officer , you will serve as an authorized expert responsible for managing complex, sensitive, and controversial breaches of planning law. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of the borough's built environment by ensuring statutory obligations and Council policies are strictly implemented. This role involves a blend of high-level investigative work, legal proceedings, and mentorship, providing technical guidance to junior staff while acting as a primary expert witness for the Council in legal forums. Responsibilities: Qualifications: Essentials : - Lead investigations into reported infringements of planning regulations, determining the most appropriate course of legal or administrative action. - Conduct formal interviews under caution in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE). - Act as the Council's Expert Witness durin...