Planning Officer

Posted Tue 09 June 2026, 4:15 PM

Ref: OR/083551

Job Title

Planning Officer

Discipline

Town Planning / Regen / Surveying

Specialism

Development Management

Contract Type

Contract

Salary

£29/hr (umbrella)

Location

London (N)

Our client is a Local Authority in London which requires a Development Management Planning Officer to join them for a contract role which will involve managing a large and varied caseload of live planning applications and the processing and negotiation of pre-application proposals. This will include co-ordinating all associated assessment work and providing input into planning statements/briefs/and appropriate technical practice notes.

You will work on a wide range of householder and minor planning applications including listed building consents and conservation area consents so this is an excellent opportunity to gain a broad range of experience working within one of London's most rapidly developing Boroughs.

To apply for this role you will need a good working knowledge of UK planning legislation. You will need a minimum of 2 years’ experience of processing planning applications and you will need to be comfortable managing a busy caseload. The role is most likely to suit someone looking to broaden their experience from minor apps work. A relevant, RTPI accredited, degree level qualification is required.

This role is based in North London and our client offers hybrid working. The hourly rate offered is £29/hr (umbrella) and run for a minimum of 3 months but is likely to be extended and our client is offering 36hrs per week.

Contact us for full details.

You will work on a wide range of householder and minor planning applications including listed building consents and conservation area consents so this is an excellent opportunity to gain a broad range of experience working within one of London's most rapidly developing Boroughs.

To apply for this role you will need a good working knowledge of UK planning legislation. You will need a minimum of 2 years’ experience of processing planning applications and you will need to be comfortable managing a busy caseload. The role is most likely to suit someone looking to broaden their experience from minor apps work. A relevant, RTPI accredited, degree level qualification is required.

This role is based in North London and our client offers hybrid working. The hourly rate offered is £29/hr (umbrella) and run for a minimum of 3 months but is likely to be extended and our client is offering 36hrs per week.

Contact us for full details.

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