Planner (Development Management)
| Posting date: | 23 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £18.10 to £23.56 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Pay Rates: PAYE: £18.10 per hour Umbrella/Ltd: £23.56 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2026 |
| Location: | Kingston, South West London |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Neway International Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1722334 |
Summary
Neway International is supporting the Royal Borough of Kingston to recruit an experienced Planner to join their Development Management team on a temporary assignment. This role plays a key part in delivering high‑quality planning outcomes across the borough, supporting both residents and developers while ensuring compliance with local and national planning policy.
You will manage a varied caseload of planning applications, provide professional advice, and contribute to the delivery of an efficient and customer‑focused planning service.
Core Responsibilities
Application Assessment:
Process, evaluate, and make recommendations on a range of planning applications including householder, listed building consents, prior approvals and lawful development certificates.
Negotiation & Site Visits:
Undertake site visits and negotiate with applicants and developers to secure high‑quality design and compliance with planning regulations.
Pre‑application Advice:
Provide clear, professional advice to residents, agents and developers on the feasibility of proposals.
Report Writing & Committees:
Prepare detailed officer reports and present recommendations to Planning Committee where required.
Planning Policy & Legislation:
Ensure all decisions and recommendations align with the Local Plan and the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).
Appeals:
Manage planning appeals where appropriate, including preparing statements and supporting evidence.
Key Skills & Requirements
Qualifications:
Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
Technical Knowledge:
Strong understanding of planning legislation, policy frameworks and development management processes.
Communication:
Confident negotiation skills, excellent written communication, and the ability to manage challenging or confrontational situations professionally.
Case Management:
Ability to manage a high‑volume, diverse caseload within statutory deadlines.
Assignment Details
Hours: 36 per week
Pay Rates:
PAYE: £18.10 per hour
Umbrella/Ltd: £23.56 per hour
You will manage a varied caseload of planning applications, provide professional advice, and contribute to the delivery of an efficient and customer‑focused planning service.
Core Responsibilities
Application Assessment:
Process, evaluate, and make recommendations on a range of planning applications including householder, listed building consents, prior approvals and lawful development certificates.
Negotiation & Site Visits:
Undertake site visits and negotiate with applicants and developers to secure high‑quality design and compliance with planning regulations.
Pre‑application Advice:
Provide clear, professional advice to residents, agents and developers on the feasibility of proposals.
Report Writing & Committees:
Prepare detailed officer reports and present recommendations to Planning Committee where required.
Planning Policy & Legislation:
Ensure all decisions and recommendations align with the Local Plan and the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).
Appeals:
Manage planning appeals where appropriate, including preparing statements and supporting evidence.
Key Skills & Requirements
Qualifications:
Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
Technical Knowledge:
Strong understanding of planning legislation, policy frameworks and development management processes.
Communication:
Confident negotiation skills, excellent written communication, and the ability to manage challenging or confrontational situations professionally.
Case Management:
Ability to manage a high‑volume, diverse caseload within statutory deadlines.
Assignment Details
Hours: 36 per week
Pay Rates:
PAYE: £18.10 per hour
Umbrella/Ltd: £23.56 per hour