Planning and Heritage Officer
Norwich, East Anglia
Planning and Heritage Officer
Grade F
£34,434 - £39,152 per annum
Permanent
37 hours per week
The Broads is an internationally important and protected wetland environment
with a status equivalent to a national park.
We are looking for a suitably experienced candidate to handle planning
applications, pre-application enquiries and contribute to the development of
planning policy. Applicants should have a recognised qualification in Town
Planning and in a heritage related subject, as well as experience of working in
development management and heritage, preparing reports and giving presentations
on development proposals.
The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication
skills and a customer-focused approach. Practical experience in the use of
databases, GIS and the ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and
excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills are also key requirements.
Based at Yare House, Norwich with hybrid working arrangements.
If you would like to discuss the post prior to applying please contact Ruth
Sainsbury, Head of Planning.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 7 January 2026.
Interviews will be held at Yare House on Monday 19 January 2026.
For further information, please visit our website. Electronic application
forms can be downloaded and submitted when completed via the apply button.
The Broads Authority encourages applications from all sections of the
community.
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Job Details
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Employer
The Broads Authority -
Location
Norwich, East Anglia -
Salary
£34,434 - £39,152 -
Contract Type
Full time, Permanent -
Job Level
Principal Planner, Senior Planner / Senior Planning Officer -
Reference
PJCOM2722 -
Closing Date
Jan 7, 2026 -
Function
Town Planning -
Sector
Local Authority -
Specialism
Heritage, Planning Policy, Planning Policy / Local Plan, Policy & Environment