Job Description

Senior Town Planner
Location: Hertfordshire
Rate: £500 per day

Contract Role: Local Authority
A Local Authority in Hertfordshire is seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner to join their team on a contract basis. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the strategic and operational development management of the Borough while working on a diverse range of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage all aspects of development management within the Borough.
  • Process and assess a variety of planning applications and appeals.
  • Deliver presentations at Planning Committees.
  • Represent the Local Authority at hearings and public inquiries.
  • Provide professional advice on planning and related legislation.
  • Contribute to the enforcement of planning control within the Borough.

Essential Requirements:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of planning legislation and related frameworks.
  • Proven experience in the enforcement of planning control.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide evidence at Public Inquiries.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
  • Membership (or eligibility for membership) of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).