Senior Planning Officer (Infrastructure)
Senior Planning Officer (Infrastructure)
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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid
- 39513 - 45595 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
Were focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk. How By listening to our people learning from what they say and creating a culture of mutual respect where everyone works together to achieve great things. As a Senior Planning Officer youll be as keen to collaborate and build a bright future as we are. So to make a positive impact connect with us and connect with a fantastic career.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
We are looking for a Chartered Town Planner or a Chartered Surveyor who is interested in securing funding for infrastructure to deliver essential services to our communities.
Youll make a significant input to Suffolk County Councils (SCC) planning team helping to secure and report on developer contributions towards infrastructure through engagement at various stages of the planning process particularly through the Community Infrastructure Levy and planning obligations. There will be opportunities to work with different aspects of planning across the team to represent the council at inquiries and examinations and to contribute to delivery of the councils own developments.
Your responsibilities will include
- negotiating and securing developer contributions for infrastructure
- advising the public councillors and colleagues on our infrastructure policy
- attending public inquiries and examinations
- providing planning advice and support for corporate development projects and other initiatives
- mentoring and coaching the members of the team in their professional development.
You will need
- to be a Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) or Chartered Surveyor (MRICS) or have a degree in a development-related subject and eligibility for membership of a relevant professional organisation
- experience of dealing with complex and contentious proposals and of preparing reports for committees and/or inquiries
- effective communication and negotiation skills
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (docx).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
You will be part of a small and busy team of planners and other professionals working on a diverse range of projects. We are a very supportive team who will enable your personal and professional development through on-to-one support staff networks and a range of learning and personal growth opportunities. We are responsible for ensuring new development meets the countys infrastructure needs supporting district and borough councils on strategic planning issues interacting with Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects for minerals and waste planning policy planning applications for the councils own development and providing planning support for SCC development projects.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report
For more information
Please contact Neil McManus (he/him) for a casual conversation. You can reach him by calling 0 or emailing
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
1. Tell us about a time you worked with internal departments or external partners to deliver a shared planning objective. What was your role and how did you ensure success
2. How have you managed a caseload of planning applications with varying complexity and deadlines What tools or strategies did you use to stay organised
3. Give an example of a time you identified a need to improve a planning process or policy. How did you justify the change and implement it
Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling0.If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. .
Closing date:11.30pm 16 June 2025.
Interview date: 26 June 2025.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
