Principal Planning Officer (Majors)
Surrey | 6-Month Contract | Hybrid Working
Looking for your next major applications role with an excellent work-life balance?
A highly regarded Local Authority in Surrey is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Planning Officer to join its Development Management team on an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for extension.
What's on offer?
- Initial 6-month contract
- Hybrid working – just 1 day per week in the office
- Flexible start date – the council is happy to wait 4–5 weeks for the right candidate
- Opportunity to work on a varied and high-profile caseload of major planning applications
The Role
You'll take the lead on a portfolio of complex major applications, with a particular focus on Green Belt developments. Working alongside an experienced and supportive team, you'll manage applications from pre-application discussions through to determination, liaising with developers, consultees, members and other key stakeholders.
About You
- Previous UK Local Authority Development Management experience.
- Strong background handling major planning applications.
- Experience dealing with Green Belt schemes is highly desirable.
- Confident managing complex caseloads and building strong relationships with applicants, members and consultees.
If this interests you, reach me on 0161 470 5506 or email your CV to [email protected]
