Natalie Hiskey

Manages complex minor and small scale major applications from pre-application through to determination and post-determination compliance. Reviews and issues other officers' decisions, mentors junior staff, and defends decisions on appeal.

Managed multiple large scale major applications from land purchase through to site completion. Led public consultation events and presented cases at planning committees.

Processed a range of planning applications including lawful development certificates, prior notifications, householder, minor, small-scale major applications, listed building and advertisement consents. Experienced in planning appeals including public hearings and inquiries.

Adapted new procedures and assisted staff with adapting to new IT programmes. Gained knowledge of planning systems and the administrative side of planning in local authorities.

Gained experience in development management, building control, heritage, conservation and enforcement procedures in a local authority environment. Achieved an NVQ in Business and Administration.

Completed an MSc in Town Planning, a fully accredited course, in January 2018.

Achieved an NVQ Level 2 in Business and Administration as part of an apprenticeship scheme.

Studied Criminology, gaining awareness of legal practices, court and inquiry scenarios, and database work for research and analysis.

Grade: MMM

Completed a BTEC in Media Production with a final grade of MMM.

Achieved 10 GCSEs including English, Maths and Science.