I am working with a Local Authority in the Gloucestershire area who are seeking an experienced Senior / Principal Planning Officer within Development Management on a 6-month interim assignment.
The Role:
As a Senior / Principal Planning Officer, you will:
• Manage a caseload of complex planning applications within the Development Management team.
• Handle a variety of applications, including major developments, providing clear and professional recommendations.
• Attend and present reports at Planning Committee, offering expert advice to Members.
• Manage planning appeals and contribute to appeal statements where required.
• Work on pre-application enquiries and provide guidance to applicants and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultees to ensure timely and robust decision-making.
• Ensure all work is in line with current planning legislation, policy, and best practice.
Contract Details:
• Duration: 6 months initially
• Rate: DOE (Dependent on Experience) – rate to be sent over with CV
• Working pattern: Hybrid - minimum 1 day per week in the office
• Hours: Full-time
If this sounds like something you would be interested in or would like to hear more about, get in contact with me on [email protected] or 020 3976 1521.
Please note: Not all roles are advertised. I am working with numerous Local Authorities across the region who require contractors from entry-level to senior positions within Development Management, Planning Enforcement & Policy Teams. I would be more than happy to have a conversation about additional roles which may suit your experience.
