St Albans Council

Planning Officer

AL1 3JE

Key information

Pay
£40,234 to £43,902 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Workplace arrangement
Hybrid - 2 days remote
Posted date
13 Oct 2026
Closing date
2 Nov 2026

About this role

About the role

We are looking for talented individuals who can contribute to the delivery of a high performing customer focused service.

We welcome applications from candidates with Licentiate membership of the RTPI or who are eligible for membership and have demonstrable experience of working on a range of planning cases involving Conservation Areas, Listed Building and minor developments.

The Planning Officer will be responsible for determining a diverse range of planning applications and appeal work, developing your knowledge of planning related legislation and delivering positive outcomes to our customers and residents.

Our Officers take a lead on the consideration and negotiation of planning applications and provide professional expertise at Committees, Planning Appeals and Enforcement cases as required. This includes making delegated decisions, presenting to committees, engaging with colleagues, Councillors and other stakeholders to ensure the right planning outcome.