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Planning Officer

United Kingdom, Buckinghamshire County wide 36317.00 - 42037.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted July 13, 2026
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As a Planning Officer at Buckinghamshire Council, you'll not only be offered a competitive benefits package, you'll also be part of a team working on a broad range of projects, committed to shaping the future of Buckinghamshire for generations to come. Career development is something we take seriously at Buckinghamshire Council; we love nothing more than seeing our colleagues grow with us, with many members of the team progressing quickly as they gain more experience and responsibilities within their specialist areas. We are committed to building an exceptional Development Management Team, utilising our colleagues' talent, and making the most of what they have to offer. With a strong and supportive management team behind you, you'll play a key part in helping us achieve our Planning and Environment Business plan and drive forward our vision as a unitary authority.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage a diverse caseload of planning applications
  • Lead on providing high-quality service through all stages of the planning process, including pre-application and planning appeals

Requirements

  • Relevant experience within the development management, planning or environmental sector
  • Excellent communication skills and experience in dealing with complex customer queries
  • Relevant specialist experience within the service or a related area
  • Proven ability to manage a demanding workload
  • People-focussed and enjoy building new relationships
  • Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

What we offer

  • Competitive benefits package
  • Career development and progression
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Health and well-being initiatives including Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
  • Discounts on Cafés, restaurants, shops
  • Auto enrolment onto generous Pension Scheme
  • Membership to Costco
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Travel discounts with Arriva
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