Senior Planning Officer

About the Role:

Enfield Council is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Officer (PO1) to assist with additional and project-based planning workload.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful development within the borough, supporting community-led growth and sustainable planning.



Key Responsibilities:


  • Efficiently review and manage a varied caseload at senior level




  • Handle planning applications including:




    • New residential conversions




    • Changes of use




    • Minor developments and small-scale major residential applications




    • Prior approval cases






  • Present cases to Planning Committee as required




  • Work collaboratively across departments to ensure high-quality and timely planning outcomes




  • Provide professional planning advice in line with current legislation and policy





Ideal Candidate:


  • Proven experience as a Planning Officer at a senior level within a local authority




  • Strong understanding of UK planning policy, case law, and legislation




  • Skilled in managing complex caseloads and meeting strict deadlines




  • Confident presenting cases to Committee




  • Excellent communication and report-writing skills




  • RTPI membership (or eligibility) is desirable






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