Senior Enforcement Officer Jobs

A Senior Enforcement Officer leads complex planning enforcement investigations within UK local authorities. They manage high‑risk or contentious cases, oversee formal enforcement action, support junior officers and ensure breaches of planning control are resolved effectively. Senior Enforcement Officers play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the planning system.

This role requires strong investigative skills, detailed knowledge of planning law, excellent communication and the ability to manage challenging situations with landowners, developers and the public.

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Main Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into complex or high‑risk breaches of planning control
• Carry out site visits, gather evidence and prepare detailed case reports
• Issue enforcement notices, stop notices and other formal actions
• Work with legal teams on prosecutions, appeals and injunctions
• Support and mentor Planning Enforcement Officers
• Manage caseloads and ensure timely progression of enforcement actions
• Represent the authority at committees, hearings and public meetings

Typical Employers

• Local authorities
• National parks
• Urban development corporations

Salary Range

Senior Enforcement Officer salaries typically range from £40,000 to £52,000, depending on location and case complexity.

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Progression Routes

• Enforcement Team Leader
• Enforcement Manager
• Head of Development Management

Related Job Titles

• Planning Enforcement Officer
• Development Monitoring Officer
• Planning Technician

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