Senior Planning Officer

Aatom Recruitment
📍 knowsley, england, United-Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 12, 2026

Job Description

Working on behalf of a Local Authority, Aatom Recruitment has a new opportunity for a Senior Planning Officer on a 3 months contract initially with a possibility of further extension.

Main Responsibilities

  • To deputise for the Development Control Team Leader in his/her absence as required by the Development Manager.
  • To personally handle a varied caseload including the more complex and major development applications and appeals, preparing reports which are clear, accurate and technically correct.
  • To ensure planning applications and appeals are determined in accordance with service and business plan targets – and are in accordance with relevant planning guidance and legislation.
  • To prepare reports and make recommendations to client Committees and on matters to be decided under delegated powers – including presenting reports as appropriate.
  • To prepare and present evidence at appeals/public inquiries as required. ...

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Job Details

  • Location knowsley, england
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Management & Operations
  • Posted Date June 12, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 22, 2026