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Senior Planning Officer

Job Description

Senior Planner
Hampshire Based Council
Ongoing Temporary Contract
ASAP Start 
£61 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 / £50 PAYE 

A Council in Hampshire is currently seeking a Senior Planner for a short-term contract to support their development management team on strategic and major applications.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planning professional who can hit the ground running, take ownership of complex caseloads, and play a key role in shaping large-scale development across the district.
What they’re looking for:
  • A minimum of 10 years' experience in Development Management at Senior Planner level or above
  • Strong local authority experience
  • Proven ability in managing strategic/major planning applications
  • Confident presenting complex cases at Planning Committee and responding to Member queries
  • Skilled in stakeholder engagement with agents, parish/town councils, and elected Members
  • A self-starter, able to work independently and manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision
This is a hybrid role with on-site presence required as necessary for site visits and meetings.
If you’re an experienced Senior Planner looking for your next contract or simply open to hearing about opportunities, I’d be keen to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, please contact:
James Glover – 01772 208967 / james.glover@servicecare.org.uk