At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage major planning applications and provide professional advice to stakeholders.
- Company: Join the Royal Borough of Greenwich, a council focused on significant growth and regeneration.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working options, generous annual leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: This is a permanent, full-time position with a salary range of £45,750 – £52,194.
- Why this job: Play a key role in shaping the future of Woolwich through exciting development projects.
- Qualifications: Must have at least three years’ post-qualification experience and RTPI eligibility.
The predicted salary is between 45750 - 52194 £ per year.
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is experiencing significant growth and transformation, with a high-profile pipeline of regeneration and major development schemes. We are seeking motivated and skilled Principal Planning Officers to join our Strategic Applications Team, playing a key role in shaping the future of the borough.
You will manage a varied caseload of major and strategic planning applications, including large residential, mixed-use, and regeneration developments. Working at the heart of the Council’s growth agenda, you will help deliver high-quality, sustainable development while balancing competing priorities.
Key Responsibilities- Assess and determine complex major planning applications and pre-application proposals
- Provide clear, professional advice to developers, agents, and internal stakeholders
- Lead on negotiations to secure high-quality design, planning obligations, and policy compliance
- Prepare detailed committee reports and present applications to Planning Committee
- Collaborate with colleagues across planning, regeneration, transport, and infrastructure teams
- Contribute to the delivery of the borough’s strategic regeneration objectives
- Engage effectively with members of the public, councillors, and stakeholders
At PO4 level, you will additionally take on leadership responsibilities including deputising for the Deputy Team Manager, overseeing complex caseloads with minimal supervision, managing performance targets, commissioning consultants and leading key regeneration-focused projects.
What We’re Looking For- At least three years’ post-qualification experience and eligibility for membership of an appropriate professional body (e.g., RTPI).
- Strong knowledge of planning legislation, the NPPF, London Plan and local policy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A solution-focused, creative and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
- The ability to manage your workload independently and work to changing deadlines.
- A commitment to delivering high-quality customer-focused services.
- Alignment with the Council’s values of public service, equality, respect and continuous improvement.
At the Royal Borough of Greenwich, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive working environment where you can thrive. We offer competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible and hybrid working options, generous annual leave entitlement, professional development and career progression opportunities, and the chance to work on exciting regeneration and development projects.
Diversity Statement: Royal Borough of Greenwich values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.
Principal Planning Officer in London employer: Royal Greenwich
The Royal Borough of Greenwich offers a competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme. Located in Woolwich, the council is committed to creating an inclusive environment and values diversity within its workforce. Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality, sustainable development in a rapidly transforming borough.
