Lead Planning Officer for Major Developments & Strategy

Epping Forest District Council; Harlow; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension scheme

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Perkbox discounts & wellbeing perks

Hybrid working

Ongoing professional development

Flexible pay via Stream

Reimbursement of professional member­-

Job summary

Epping Forest District Council is inviting applications for a Principal Planning Officer within the Development Management Team of the Planning Directorate. The role operates on a hybrid basis with attendance required in the office one day a week (Thursday).

The council is pursuing a dynamic programme of growth and major development projects across the district, with opportunities to shape high-quality planning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Principal Planning Officer or equivalent.
• Member of RTPI or eligible for full RTPI membership.
• Experience handling complex planning applications and major development projects.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Development Management Service to deliver statutory planning functions and achieve strategic objectives.
• Negotiate planning proposals, prepare recommendations, and work with applicants, stakeholders and elected Members to secure optimal outcomes.
• Represent the Council at Planning Committees, public inquiries and other formal proceedings; mentor junior colleagues and delegate duties where appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Planning knowledge

Education

RTPI membership (eligible or current)

Job description

Epping Forest District Council is inviting applications for a Principal Planning Officer within the Development Management Team of the Planning Directorate. The role operates on a hybrid basis with attendance required in the office one day a week (Thursday).

The council is pursuing a dynamic programme of growth and major development projects across the district, with opportunities to shape high-quality planning outcomes.