Town Planner (Project Officer)
| Posting date: | 30 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,537 to £33,699 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 August 2025 |
| Location: | EX1 1JN |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Exeter City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | VAC000303/2025 |
Summary
About you:
We have exciting opportunity to work as a Planning Officer in our Development Management team. This is a chance for someone who has a passion for planning to get involved in shaping our city, which is consistently rated as one of the best places to live, work, and study in the UK. We're seeking a knowledgeable and skilled professional, preferably with a degree in Town and Country Planning, Architecture, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate will have experience working in the planning field and an understanding of a variety of planning issues. You should possess skills in communicating with varied audiences, be able to manage a caseload of applications, and have a commitment to delivering high-quality development while helping to conserve our city's heritage and green spaces. Strong organisational skills, an ability to work under pressure, and a flexible approach to work are key to this role.
About the role:
As a Planning Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in managing a caseload of planning applications, including householder proposals, Lawful Development Certificates and minor development proposals. These will require taking into account the planning challenges for the city, such as protecting our city's heritage assets and attractive green spaces, whilst driving quality outcomes that enhance Exeter's special character.
You'll be providing advice and guidance to our customers, managing appeals (written or via via Informal Hearing) and helping investigate unauthorised works. The role will involve presenting schemes to councillors in an informal setting, and working collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes.
Beyond the day-to-day casework, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to policy development that will shape Exeter's future. If you're passionate about creating positive change through planning excellence, this role offers the perfect opportunity to advance your career while making a lasting difference to the city of Exeter.
About the team:
You'll be joining the Development Management team within ‘City Development’. Our team is dedicated to delivering excellent planning services that balance the needs of developments, whilst protecting Exeter's unique character. You will be working closely with the city's large Development Management team, as well as a team of specialists in :- Urban Design, Historic buildings, Archaeology, Ecology and Trees. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that values expertise, passion, and a commitment to public service. We offer opportunities for professional growth (including in-house mentoring) and the chance to make a lasting impact on our city.
What next?
If we sound like the right fit for you and you feel like the right fit for us we would welcome your application. Please click on the Apply button at the bottom of this page.
Alternatively if you would like to find out more about the post, the team or working with us at the Council please contact Hayley Stokes, Assistant Service Lead, at hayley.stokes@exeter.gov.uk
We reserve the right to close any vacancy before the closing date if enough applications are received.
Our commitment
At Exeter City Council we are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve.
To support this commitment we will strive to implement reasonable adjustments to support any members of our communities who face barriers in recruitment processes, irrespective of the reason.
We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
If you would like further information on this please contact our HR Team at hr.admin@exeter.gov.uk
We have exciting opportunity to work as a Planning Officer in our Development Management team. This is a chance for someone who has a passion for planning to get involved in shaping our city, which is consistently rated as one of the best places to live, work, and study in the UK. We're seeking a knowledgeable and skilled professional, preferably with a degree in Town and Country Planning, Architecture, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate will have experience working in the planning field and an understanding of a variety of planning issues. You should possess skills in communicating with varied audiences, be able to manage a caseload of applications, and have a commitment to delivering high-quality development while helping to conserve our city's heritage and green spaces. Strong organisational skills, an ability to work under pressure, and a flexible approach to work are key to this role.
About the role:
As a Planning Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in managing a caseload of planning applications, including householder proposals, Lawful Development Certificates and minor development proposals. These will require taking into account the planning challenges for the city, such as protecting our city's heritage assets and attractive green spaces, whilst driving quality outcomes that enhance Exeter's special character.
You'll be providing advice and guidance to our customers, managing appeals (written or via via Informal Hearing) and helping investigate unauthorised works. The role will involve presenting schemes to councillors in an informal setting, and working collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes.
Beyond the day-to-day casework, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to policy development that will shape Exeter's future. If you're passionate about creating positive change through planning excellence, this role offers the perfect opportunity to advance your career while making a lasting difference to the city of Exeter.
About the team:
You'll be joining the Development Management team within ‘City Development’. Our team is dedicated to delivering excellent planning services that balance the needs of developments, whilst protecting Exeter's unique character. You will be working closely with the city's large Development Management team, as well as a team of specialists in :- Urban Design, Historic buildings, Archaeology, Ecology and Trees. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that values expertise, passion, and a commitment to public service. We offer opportunities for professional growth (including in-house mentoring) and the chance to make a lasting impact on our city.
What next?
If we sound like the right fit for you and you feel like the right fit for us we would welcome your application. Please click on the Apply button at the bottom of this page.
Alternatively if you would like to find out more about the post, the team or working with us at the Council please contact Hayley Stokes, Assistant Service Lead, at hayley.stokes@exeter.gov.uk
We reserve the right to close any vacancy before the closing date if enough applications are received.
Our commitment
At Exeter City Council we are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve.
To support this commitment we will strive to implement reasonable adjustments to support any members of our communities who face barriers in recruitment processes, irrespective of the reason.
We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
If you would like further information on this please contact our HR Team at hr.admin@exeter.gov.uk