Planning Officer

Planning Officer £37,280 - £40,777 About the Team and the Role It’s an exciting time to be part of Gloucestershire County Council. We’re looking ahead and finding new ways to build a county that’s innovative, skilled, prosperous, inclusive, healthy, sustainable, resilient and a magnet for growth. From improved transport links to better internet connectivity, we’re making Gloucestershire a great county to live, work and visit. To help realise our ambitions, we’re looking for a Planning Officer to join us in the Transport Planning team, with the opportunity to progress through to Senior Planning Officer level. At GCC, you’ll benefit from a supportive, inclusive environment, where you’ll be encouraged to shine and make the most of your unique talents. We’re serious about building the workforce of tomorrow so we’ll invest in your skills and empower you to progress. As our Planning Officer/Senior Planning Officer, you’ll make an impact as you support the Principal Planning Officer and Transport Planning Team Manager across various activities to develop planning and transport policies and strategies, and support compliance. You’ll provide valuable input to the Local Transport Plan, monitor its delivery, support the development of District Local Plans and prepare reports for Members, Senior Management and Government. You’ll also develop and implement specific transport policies in partnership with relevant departments, as well as other local authorities, agencies, consultants and contractors. About You We’re looking for someone who brings political awareness and holds either a qualification or the equivalent experience in Transport Planning, Planning Policy, or a related subject. As a strategic thinker, you’re able to handle complex work. You have good presentation and report writing skills with the ability to meet deadlines. In addition, you have some knowledge of relevant planning legislation and policies at national, regional, and local level. To be successful in your application, it’s important that you bring a good understanding or willingness to learn about planning processes and researching and analysing information. You also have some knowledge and willingness to learn about sustainable transport policies and best practice. As your work may involve some travel across the county, it’s preferable that you hold a full, valid driving licence. Benefits Flexible and agile working opportunities 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service An option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff) Family friendly employer offering benefits to help support you and your family Career development and qualification opportunities Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone. An in-house Occupational Health service Employee discount scheme Cycle to Work scheme Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T & Cs apply) Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network How to Apply If you feel you have the skills, desire and experience required to make a positive difference then please submit your application and personal statement today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Luisa Senft-Hayward via email at Luisa.Senft-Hayward@gloucestershire.gov.uk. Closing date 14th December 2025 Short‑listed candidates will be contacted by e‑mail and invited to interview. Closing date 14/12/2025 Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below – Planning Officer –Job Profile The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer. Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential. It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English. Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working. EEO Statement Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The council is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and candidates will be considered on the basis of merit. All staff and volunteers will be welcomed into an inclusive working environment that respects diversity and is free from harassment and discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr