Planning and Development Officer- Housing/Maintenance (Temp to Perm)

North London, UK Planning and Development Officer Role- Housing/Maintenance- Temp to Perm We are looking for a passionate, highly experienced, and enthusiastic planning professional to join our busy, dedicated Planning Applications team dealing with a full range of applications ranging from householder extensions to small scale major schemes. Our client has adopted ambitious planning policies to ensure that our communities benefit from the highest quality design that also protects and enhances the borough’s unique built environment. To succeed in this role, you will be customer-focused, have excellent negotiation and communications skills. The ability to use your initiative to find creative solutions is essential. You will ideally have the skills and experience to: Understand the principles of excellent design and place-making and have experience (or demonstrable ability) to advise on how to achieve high quality infill development within a dense urban context. Assess complex applications that requires a careful balance of competing planning policies, paying careful attention to detail and delivering high quality work Apply the heritage assessment considerations (statutory tests and NPPF tests) in relation to conservation areas, listed buildings and other heritage assets Work under pressure, manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines. Work productively with stakeholders including residents, councillors, contractors and other partners. We can offer you: An enthusiastic, friendly and well-motivated team who have high expectations of themselves and the service. A supportive management team with a strong commitment to the quality of the service. Contract: Temp to Perm Rate of Pay: £25.97-£27.57 GBP per hour PAYE Hours: Mon-Fri 36 Hours per week Address: Islington, N1 2UD Please apply with your CV through the "Apply" button or for more information, please email Emma on : (Email Removed)(url removed). Please note this role is due to start in July 2020 and may close off early