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Job Category: PlanningRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Civic Offices PortsmouthWorking Hours: 37 Planning Officer Salary: Band 7 £32,061 - £36,363 plus market supplement of £3,113 p.a. (subject to review) Senior Planning Officer Salary: Band 8 £36,363 - £39,151 plus market supplement of £4,373 p.a. (subject to review) Why work for us? We are looking for a Planning Officer or a Senior Planning Officer to join our service. This is a full time, permanent role based at the Civic Offices, here in Portsmouth. We offer hybrid working where 2 days will be office based. This is an exciting time to come and join our Service, we are busy with major infrastructure projects across the city and you will be part of the team that will be unlocking housing and regeneration opportunities to shape the future of Portsmouth. Please indicate in your personal statement which role you are applying for. Your new role You will be responsible for dealing with planning proposals and associated appeals, as well as providing guidance and advice to a wide range of customers inside and outside of the organisation. You will be part of a team that will deliver a responsive development management service focused on delivering sustainable development and growth within Portsmouth . The team is committed to delivering a responsive customer-focused service that brings forward sustainable development that meets the housing and employment needs of the City. Who is the person summary: To apply for the Senior Planning Officer role you must have: Essential: • An appropriate post graduate qualification (e.g accredited by the RTPI), and demonstration of continuous professional development post qualification, • Solid knowledge of planning legislation and experience working within Development Management, • A proven track record of handling development proposals successfully, including major applications, • Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills, • The ability to lead on complex planning matters and support others in the team, • An understanding of local government, political sensitivities, and the role planning plays in delivering regeneration, • Experience in enforcement and a problem‑solving, proactive approach to work About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___ Additional information If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Nick Lloyd-Davies: email: Please indicate in your personal statement which role you are applying for. Our recruitment process Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: ___ Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post. We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office minimum 2 days a week (pro rata for part time), this remains flexible, depending on the role and subject to business needs. In the personal statement, you must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be shortlisted. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on . We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at ___ You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: ___

Job Category: PlanningRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Civic OfficesWorking Hours: 37 Senior Planning Policy Officer Salary: Band 8 £36,363, - £39,151 plus a market supplement of £4,373 per annum subject to review Planning Policy Officer Salary: Band 7 £32,061 - £36,363 p.a. plus a market supplement of £3,113 p.a. subject to review We have just submitted the Portsmouth Local Plan for examination and are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Planning Policy team. This could be either as a Senior Planning Policy Officer or as a Planning Policy Officer. Both roles offer the opportunity to contribute to the Local Plan examination and shape the future of our communities through effective planning and policy development. What is the role? The Senior Planning Policy Officer plays a strategic role in shaping the future development of the city. This position involves research and analysis to support preparation of the Local Plan and other key planning documents. The senior officer conducts in-depth research and analysis, responds to changes in planning legislation, and leads public consultations. They work closely with colleagues, Council services, and elected Members, and represent the Council at planning meetings, sub-regional groups, and public inquiries. Additionally, they provide guidance to other officers and contribute flexibly across the planning department, including supporting Development Management when necessary. In contrast, the Planning Policy Officer supports the senior officer by assisting in the preparation and review of planning policy documents and monitoring development in the City. This includes compiling statistics for reports, conducting research, and helping to deliver public consultations. The officer liaises with internal teams and external partners, represents the Council at planning events, and helps prepare evidence for public inquiries. While the role is more supportive in nature, it also requires flexibility and a willingness to contribute across different areas of the planning department. Who is the person? As the Senior Planning Policy Officer you will be educated to Masters level in Town and Country Planning or an equivalent qualification, with post-qualification experience in planning policy. You will bring an understanding of sustainable development and ideally have experience of Local Plan examinations although not essential. You will have experience in community consultation and participation, excellent research and analytical skills, and a sound knowledge of current planning legislation and procedures. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with project management experience and the ability to manage your own workload effectively. As a collaborative team player, you will be committed to maintaining up-to-date professional knowledge and continuous development. As the Planning Policy Officer you will be educated to degree level in Town and Country Planning or an equivalent field. While experience in planning policy and community consultation is desirable, it is not essential, but you should have a good understanding of planning legislation and procedures. You will be capable of conducting research and analysis and be able to summarise outcomes with clarity and accuracy. You will have good communication skills and the ability to build partnerships with other organisations. You will be able to manage your own workload and contribute effectively within a team. You will be willing to maintain up to date professional knowledge together with the training and development needs of the role. Please also download the job profiles below for full details of both roles. Please indicate in your personal statement which of the two roles you wish to apply for and tailor your personal statement accordingly. About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___. Additional information Interviews will be held on Monday 27th April 2026 Our recruitment process Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: ___ We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office 2 days a week (pro rata for part time) depending on the role and business needs. When completing your application you will be required to complete a personal statement. You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person ' points on the Job Profile. Please give examples of your experience and any transferrable skills. This is your opportunity to showcase yourself and your achievements. Please also remember to state which job you are applying for. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at ___. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria We look forward to speaking with you soon.

An exciting opportunity for as Associate Town Planner to join a growing planning consultancy and contribute to a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects across the UK.You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team with clear pathways for career development working on impactful projects fro

A well-established planning consultancy in Manchester is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Town Planner to join their growing team. If you are a Senior Planner looking to take the next step in your career, we would be keen to hear from you.

An established planning consultancy is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Planning Office Lead - Associate up to Director to take a leading role in delivering a diverse portfolio of planning projects.

An established and growing planning consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Senior to Associate Town Planner to join its team. In addition to retail work, there will be opportunities to support projects across a wider sector portfolio, including strategic land promotion, regeneration scheme

Are you an experienced stakeholder engagement professional with a passion for major infrastructure and nationally significant projects? We’re looking for a Senior Town Planning Engagement Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering engagement for a major development consent order (DCO

A leading construction and consultancy firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Town Planning Engagement Manager.

JOB TITLE: Facilities Events Porter LOCATION: Full time office based, Ealing (W5 2HL) PAY RATE: £16.60 paye (per hour) START DATE: ASAP DURATION/Hours: 3-month initial contract/ 35 hours a week (Shift will be 07:00 - 14:30 / 12:00 - 19:30 Monday to Friday with the occasional weekend cover) Role purpose: To assist the EalingFM and Hospitality & Events teams to develop a commercial culture & customer-focused environment for all events and meetings at Perceval House, Ealing Town Hall, Greenford Hall and at any other LB Ealing venues as required. To provide porterage support to the team to deliver both internal and external events and meetings. Key accountabilities: To assist the events managers and FM service delivery with all aspects of event and meeting planning and execution by providing an efficient and timely portering service. To clean and set up meeting rooms and halls for events with furniture as instructed and required. Daily policing of meeting rooms, producing usage lists, ensuring sufficient supply of flip chart paper, and checking furniture layouts are correct and match occupancy levels. To set up IT audio visual and other equipment for meetings and events, demonstrate to hirers the correct way to use any equipment and ensure correct storage of equipment when not in use. To set up stalls as required in the booking system. This includes trestle tables and tablecloths for the Ground Floor of Perceval House. To ensure sufficient supply of A4 and A3 printing paper is available at printing areas at all times and advise the Business Support Officer on any alternatives in quantity as and when required. Ensure print areas are clear and free of clutter. To organise notice boards, removing old out of date notices and placing new notices as requested. To print and laminate notices as required. To ensure deliveries to the back door are organised safely and distributed efficiently. To ensure that all cleaning products are safely used at all times and are stored appropriately. To report any defects in fittings and fixtures and any damaged or missing equipment, promptly and properly to the Senior Events Manager or FM Help Desk and with impact on customers minimised Knowledge, skills & experience: Ability to work independently and take responsibility for actions as well as being a good team player. Ability to communicate to a good standard, both written and spoken, at all levels. Experience of manual handling. Have a basic knowledge of health and safety requirements relevant to events and building services operations. Basic computer knowledge to include ability to use events software to check room setups and ensuring all rooms are cleaned and setup as per description/ floor plan where required. Previous porterage experience. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser

GIS Data Officer - Local Land Charges About the Role A local authority Spatial Planning Service is seeking an experienced GIS Data Officer to support the Local Land Charges (LLC) team through a major data transformation programme. You will help manage and improve essential spatial datasets that underpin statutory service delivery and support the council's preparation for HM Land Registry migration. This role is ideal for someone with strong GIS technical ability, exceptional attention to detail, and a passion for high‑quality spatial data management. £20.03 per hour PAYE £26.08 per hour Umbrella Location: Wandsworth Town Hall & Twickenham Civic Centre (hybrid working) Working Arrangements: Hybrid - mix of office and home working Start Date: ASAP Key Responsibilities Capture, maintain and analyse spatial and non‑spatial data using MapInfo, QGIS, and other GIS tools. Create, update and validate LLC spatial datasets ensuring accuracy, completeness, correct attributes and metadata. Carry out GIS analysis and spatial queries to support Local Land Charges statutory searches. Prepare address datasets in Excel for GIS integration using gazetteer and planning systems. Assist in providing and coordinating GIS training for staff within the Spatial Planning Service. Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to ensure spatial data integrity and timely updates. Implement and monitor data‑related Service Level Agreements with data owners. Support Local Land Charges Review (LLCR) data cleansing and HM Land Registry transfer requirements. Produce routine and ad‑hoc data reports, performance updates and progress summaries. Contribute to workflow improvements and process optimisation within the LLC team. Supervise staff when required. Ensure compliance with data protection, confidentiality and information security standards. About You You will be a detail‑focused GIS professional with confidence working on statutory datasets and strong technical problem‑solving skills. Essential Skills & Experience Proven working knowledge of MapInfo (v12+), QGIS and Microsoft Excel. Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce highly accurate spatial outputs. Experience with spatial data processing tools, preferably FME. Demonstrable experience creating, editing and managing spatial datasets. Ability to quickly learn new work areas, especially Local Land Charges datasets. Desirable Experience handling planning, gazetteer, land charges or other local‑authority datasets. Understanding of metadata standards, validation processes and quality control. Knowledge of statutory requirements related to Local Land Charges. Why Apply? Flexible hybrid working environment. Opportunity to build specialist skills in Local Land Charges and HM Land Registry migration. Work within a supportive and collaborative Spatial Planning team. Contribute to a nationally significant digital transformation programme. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser

Are you a seasoned Town Planner with a wealth of experience in the commercial sector? Our client, a leading Town Planning consultancy based in Central London, is seeking a Senior Associate to join their dynamic team. Senior Associate - Town Planning. Lead and manage complex town planning projects.

Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. My London Borough local authority client is looking to secure an experienced Senior Town Planner. Please call Ben Hitchman on 02393 876027 for a confi

We are looking to appoint a Planner, Senior Planner or Planning Manager to join a hands-on Planning team, taking responsibility for managing the planning process from site inception through to the receipt of planning permissions and beyond. Job Title: Town Planner | Senior Planner | Planning Manager

A leading UK planning consultancy is looking to appoint a Town Planning Director to play a key role in growing their Cardiff team and expanding their presence across Wales and the South West. Significant experience in UK town planning (private consultancy or local authority). Leading and developing

Associate Director - Town Planning - London - Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Car Allowance Key senior hire at a growing independent consultancy Hybrid working, car allowance, and clear path to DirectorABOUT THE CLIENT: Our client is a well-established independent planning consultancy with a strong regiona

An established planning consultancy is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Town Planning Office Lead – Associate up to Director to take a leading role in delivering a diverse portfolio of planning projects. Prepare planning statements, appraisals, applications, and appeals, ensuring acc

Ready to progress into a Director-level role or are you a Director already, seeking a new challenge within the town planning sector?. Attending meetings for Planning Committee, Consultations and similar events in representation of both the Company and clients through the planning process. They have

A leading planning consultancy is seeking an Area Manager to join their Town Planning team. Ideal candidates will have senior planning experience and RTPI membership.

As the client’s Chief Planning Officer, you will act as the organisation’s leading expert on planning policy, development management, planning enforcement, infrastructure planning, and building control. We are seeking an exceptional Director of Town Planning and Building Control to provide strat

We are also interested to hear from people that have experience in securing consents for major projects by means of the Planning (Wales) Act 2015, Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act, or the Electricity Act. The successful candidates will have demonstrable experience of working within multi‑d

Candidates should demonstrate a keen interest in town planning, strong organizational skills, and exceptional customer service abilities.

Experience of Planning Development Management, Planning Policy and / or Minerals and Waste, together with knowledge and understanding of planning legislation and Government Policy. Joining Waterman Aspen as Area Manager will see you as a key member of the Town Planning team and you can expect:. Wate

A respected planning consultancy in the UK seeks a Director of Town Planning to lead and expand its energy-focused portfolio. This senior role requires extensive experience in town planning, particularly within a private sector consultancy, and involves leading major projects and mentoring a team.

Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI), or intention to obtain this. You will have the opportunity to be an active part of the academic community at the University, supporting the development and delivery of modules within Town Planning, almost entirely online. Support the

You will already be experienced at delivering multi-disciplinary projects under the Town and Country Planning Act and the Planning Act 2008 and can line manage and support those in our team to do this, to help meet the needs of our many clients and projects. Preparing consent applications which may

A national planning body in the UK is seeking a Human Resources & Compliance Assistant for a full-time, 12-month maternity cover role.

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a prestigious and well-established property consultancy in their search for an Associate Director to join their thriving Cirencester office, covering the highly desirable South Cotswolds.This is a fantastic opportunity to work within one of the UK’

We are currently seeking an Energy Planning Lead to support our growth and expansion of planning services across the Energy Sector. Our Planning teams are supporting projects across multiple sectors, including major energy and infrastructure schemes. In this role you will work with our Energy Sector

With a focus on delivering strategic planning advice on high-profile projects across various sectors, this role requires a minimum of 5 years' experience in town planning. A leading planning consultancy in the UK is seeking experienced Senior or Principal Town Planners to join their dynamic team. Th

Rural/Town Planning Consultant. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Rural Planning Consultant to join their close‑knit team. This is an opportunity to work directly with experienced rural property professionals on a varied range of rural, agricultural and development planning pr

Job Title: Director of Town Planning. Extensive experience in town planning within the energy sector. Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a highly respected, long-established planning consultancy with a strong reputation across the UK and Ireland, specialising in energy and telecommun

A leading planning consultancy in the UK is seeking experienced Senior or Principal Town Planners with at least 5 years of experience to join their Nottingham or London team. This role involves delivering strategic planning solutions for a diverse range of clients on high-profile projects. The succe

Policy Town Planning (All Levels), London. Attending meetings for Planning Committee, Consultations and similar events in representation of both the Company and clients through the planning process. Experience in policy planning for a consultancy or local authority.

A strong foundation in town planning is essential. A respected independent planning consultancy in Oxford is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to join their growing team. Responsibilities include supporting planning advice, preparing application materials, and conducting site appraisals.

At the Royal Town Planning Institute (the RTPI), we champion the value of planning in building thriving places and communities. With over 27,000 members worldwide, we support planners at every stage of their career: raising professional standards, shaping planning policy, and proudly awarding charte

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a Planning and Environment Group is a truly multi-disciplinary team, comprising planning lawyers, environmental lawyers, and planning consultants operating across all development sectors. The successful candidates will work on high-profile projects a

The role involves providing professional planning advice, negotiating with authorities, and preparing planning applications. A leading property consultancy in Oxford is seeking a Senior or Associate Planner to join their well-established Planning team.