Principal Planning Officer
Location: North West England
Rate: £55-60 per hour, dependent on experience and level
Contract Length: 6 months
Job Reference: 70630
Carrington West are currently recruiting for an experienced Principal Planning Officer to join a local authority in the North West on a 6-month contract. Working within Development Management, you will manage a varied caseload, predominantly major and complex planning applications, while providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior officers.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage major and complex planning applications from pre-application discussions through to determination and associated post-decision matters.
- Lead negotiations with developers, agents and consultees, including planning conditions
- Prepare delegated and committee reports, providing clear recommendations and presenting applications at Planning Committee.
- Provide expert planning advice to colleagues, elected members and external stakeholders.
- Prepare appeal statements and represent the authority at hearings and inquiries where required.
- Mentor junior officers, review reports and provide guidance on complex casework.
- Support the Team Leader with service improvements and maintaining the quality and timeliness of decisions.
This is a full-time contract role offering competitive hourly rates and the opportunity to contribute to a progressive planning service. Quick start available.
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