Ipswich Borough Council – Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2DE £37,938 - £39,513 per annum 37 hours per week Full Time Permanent Reference: 0056 Required as soon as possible Exciting Career Opportunity with Ipswich Borough Council – Join Our Planning Team Be part of shaping Ipswich’s future as we deliver ambitious regeneration projects and sustainable urban development. Ipswich Borough Council’s Planning Department is expanding, and we’re seeking an ambitious Planning Officer to join our Development Management Team. Ipswich is one of the fastest-growing regional centres in England. With thousands of homes planned, including a Sustainable Urban Extension of 3,500 homes at Ipswich Garden Suburb, and a strong focus on regenerating our historic town centre and vibrant Waterfront, the opportunities here are endless. As Suffolk’s largest hub for business, culture, entertainment, and sports, Ipswich combines a rich history with a thriving university town atmosphere. Backed by successful Towns Fund bids, we’re on an exciting journey of growth and transformation. In this role, you will: manage a diverse caseload of smaller scale planning applications, including householder applications, minor residential developments, and listed building consents process applications for adverts, works to trees, lawful development certificates, and prior notifications assist with the validation of planning applications collaborate with the Development Management team to ensure timely and effective decision-making. Are you ready to make a difference? We’re looking for a proactive and passionate Town Planner with: A relevant degree, postgraduate diploma, or NVQ Level 6 qualification in planning or a related field. Eligibility for Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) membership (essential). Strong project management, communication, and collaboration skills. A genuine passion for enhancing our built environment. We welcome applications from recent graduates or experienced professionals and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Don’t miss this chance to join a growing team at the heart of Ipswich’s transformation. Apply now and help shape our vibrant town's future As well as a good salary, we offer: a career average pension scheme generous holiday and sick pay entitlements subsidised parking for work and leisure public transport discounts free swimming and gym membership cycle purchase scheme plenty of personal and professional development opportunities flexible working hybrid working opportunities Employee Assistance Programme the opportunity to work with great colleagues. For more information Please read the full Job Description and Person Specification (pdf). Please contact Richard Collins by calling 01473 432901 or by emailing Richard.Collinsipswich.gov.uk for more information or an informal discussion regarding this role. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know so that the appropriate arrangements can be put in place. How to apply To apply, please complete an online application form by visiting our vacancies website (www.ambitionipswich.com) The selection process will be an interview / assessment centre followed by interview. Closing date: 16 March 2025. Interview date: Week commencing 24 March 2025.