Role: Principal Planning officer
Ref: RQ1797441
Pay Rate: up to £45.00 per hour PAYE, with flexible holiday pay
IR35: In scope
Hours: 37 hours per week
Length of Contract: 3 months
Location: Telford, Shropshire TF3 4JG
Working Arrangements: Hybrid must be able to commit to Mondays which are for team meetings
Principal Planning Officer – Strategic Development
Triumph Consultants are recruiting for an experienced Principal Planning Officer to lead on complex, major planning applications and strategic developments.
This is a senior role requiring substantial Development Management experience, strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to manage competing priorities across large-scale developments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage major planning applications, including strategic developments of 1,000+ units.
- Oversee multidisciplinary project teams and complex development proposals.
- Manage negotiations with developers, landowners, external partners and statutory bodies.
- Prepare and present complex reports to Planning Committee and represent the organisation at public inquiries and formal hearings.
- Lead on Section 106 agreements, planning obligations and infrastructure contributions.
- Build strong relationships with elected Members, committee representatives and senior stakeholders.
- Balance competing requirements, resolve complex planning issues and deliver practical, solution-focused outcomes.
Essential Requirements:
- Chartered Member of the RTPI, with a relevant postgraduate planning qualification.
- Significant experience in Development Management and leading major planning applications, ideally involving developments of 1,000+ units.
- Extensive knowledge of planning legislation, policy, major applications and Section 106 agreements.
- Proven experience working closely with elected Members, senior stakeholders and committee members.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing competing demands across multiple landowners and developers.
- Strong negotiation, communication and influencing skills.
- Experience presenting cases at planning committees and formal public inquiries.
- A proactive, resilient and solution-focused approach, with the ability to learn from challenges and find effective solutions.
- Full UK driving licence and access to own transport.
Experience of solar farm or poultry shed developments would be advantageous but is not essential.
Principal Planning officer in Shrewsbury employer: Triumph Consultants Ltd
Triumph Consultants is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Greenwich. With a strong focus on community engagement and housing development, employees benefit from meaningful projects that directly impact local residents. The company fosters a collaborative culture, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development while ensuring a supportive atmosphere for all team members.
