Harborough District Council in rural south Leicestershire, is one of the most prosperous and attractive areas of England, with the Council offices based in Market Harborough, a vibrant, historic market town. We are in the process of developing our New Local Plan which will set out polices for the delivery of new sustainable development as well as polices to protect our landscape and heritage.

About the Role:

Working within the Development Management team, you will help to deliver sustainable development within the District processing a wide range of planning applications. You will also be responsible for preparing statements for planning appeals and presenting evidence at hearings and inquiries. You will also provide pre-application advice for a range of stakeholders

What you need?

We are looking for someone who has a degree in planning or other related environmental subject, who has, or is eligible for, full Membership of the RTPI and with experience of working within a planning environment. You will need to demonstrate good knowledge of the planning system, have good communication and negotiation skills and the ability to deliver excellent customer service.  For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification.

Why work for us?

• Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working
• Flexible working arrangements 
• 27 days paid annual leave plus bank/public holidays, which increases to 32 days after five years’ service, plus bank and public holidays
• Generous contributory local government pension scheme
• Free office parking

How to apply?

Please submit your CV together with a supporting statement telling us how you meet the job description/person specification.  If you wish to have an informal discussion about this role, please contact Nicola Parry (n.parry@harborough.gov.uk)