Senior Planning Officer

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Job Description

Do you want to work in a role that is varied and contributes to development in East Sussex? If so, then working as a Senior Planning Officer in our Planning Policy and Development Management Team might be for you.

We are looking for a qualified and experienced planner, who will deal with development management matters associated with the Council's own development (for example schools, roads and libraries) and waste management/minerals extraction. The role is varied, and you will be expected to deal with your own caseload and undertake pre-application advice, consideration of planning applications, site monitoring and enforcement. Additionally, there will be opportunities for you to assist with the policy work relating to the Waste and Minerals Local Plan.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Are knowledgeable and experienced in town planning and development management.
• Are able to work to deadlines.
• Have written and oral communication skills.
• Are motivated and flexible, and enjoy working as part of a team.
• Have IT skills.
• Have an ability to meet the travel requirements of the post.

To apply for this role, please follow the 'Apply Now' button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.

Please download the Job Description & Person Specification for more information.

Interviews will take place in person at County Hall in Lewes on 16 and 18 September 2025.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Sarah Iles - Team Manager, Planning Policy & Development Management at sarah.iles@eastsussex.gov.uk to request a MS teams call or phone call.

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Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.