Principal Planning Officer

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 for a confidential discussion on this role, or email: ,

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.