Job Description
Principal Planning Officer - Development Management
Hybrid Working (flexible office attendance)
£50-55 p/h (guide rate)
3 Month Rolling Contract
Job Ref - 65639
An opportunity for an experienced Principal Planning Officer in Development Management to shape and influence the future growth of the Council's area by managing high-profile and complex residential and commercial development schemes. The role involves providing expert advice to Members and stakeholders, mentoring junior officers, and contributing to strategic growth initiatives.
Key responsibilities:
Manage major residential and commercial development applications
Apply planning legislation, policy, and best practice to proposals
Coordinate technical reports and undertake site visits
Liaise with internal teams, stakeholders, and partner agencies
Negotiate S106 agreements, mitigation, and financial contributions
Prepare committee reports and support planning appeals
Advise senior leadership and support Enforcement Officers
Communicate complex issues clearly to varied audiences
Requirements:
Extensive experience in Development Management of major/complex developments
Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and practice
Proven negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to mentor junior staff and drive service improvements
Confident presenting cases to committees and senior leadership
Flexible hybrid working available to suit candidate availability.
Please call Jake Herrington on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email:
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Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role is not quite right, feel free to get in touch to discuss other opportunities.
