This is London Borough of Havering. This is your future.
We’re recruiting for Planning roles
Havering is an outer London borough, in northeast London, with Elizabeth Line connections to Central London. Romford the main town is well connected to the hustle and bustle of the city, whilst just a short drive or train / bus ride from the surrounding Essex countryside, giving our residents the best of both city and rural living.
We have one of the fastest growing and increasingly diverse populations in the country, who benefit from living in one of the greenest areas in London. We have some amazing parks and we are served by a rich mix of foundation, community, voluntary aided and academy schools with great Ofsted ratings.
Havering Town Hall, which hosts our main offices, is in the centre of Romford – our largest town and home to a vibrant street market dating back to 1247. Our offices are a 5 minute walk from the main shopping centres which host a range of popular shops, restaurants and gyms.
The Planning Service is at the heart of the changes and challenges to achieve sustainable growth for the benefit of the Borough. We are looking for ambitious planners who wish to be part of this team.
Planning opportunities at the London Borough of Havering
Deputy Team Leader roles; Planning and Enforcement Officer roles.
Planning Officer
(Career Grade)
£29,436 – £53,172
As a Career Grade Planning Officer, you will manage a varied caseload, provide professional planning advice and contribute to the regeneration of the borough in line with the Havering Local Plan.
Planning / Senior Planning
Enforcement Officer
£35,520 – £42,771
Manage a diverse caseload of planning enforcement investigations, helping to protect the character and quality of the borough while supporting sustainable growth and regeneration.
Deputy Team Leader
(Planning Applications)
£54,267- £58,461
An exciting opportunity to influence development across the borough, work on challenging and high-profile applications, and help deliver growth and regeneration in line with the Havering Local Plan. You will support the management and operational delivery of a busy Planning Applications Team responsible for determining over 2,700 planning applications annually.
Deputy Team Leader
(Strategic Applications)
£54,267 – £58,461
Play a pivotal role in delivering growth, regeneration and placemaking across the borough. This is an exciting opportunity to work on major and strategic developments, influence the future of Havering, and help lead a talented planning team. you will support the Strategic Applications Team Leader in managing a busy and high-performing Development Management team.
Benefits of working for Havering:
Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you’ll get at least 25 days paid holiday (dependent upon grade and length of service).
Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further.
Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.
Equality & Diversity: The Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all its staff, citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.
