Principal Planning Officer

Brackenberry; Halford CP; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking an experienced Principal Planning Officer to lead major planning applications and strategic development projects. The role involves working with developers, stakeholders and elected members to deliver high-quality outcomes under a 3-month contract.

Hourly rate is £44.00–£57.00, with a strong requirement for RTPI postgraduate qualification, Chartered RTPI membership and active CPD, plus a full UK driving licence and flexibility to attend out-of-hours

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a planning environment with major applications.
• Strong knowledge of planning legislation and Development Management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and determine complex planning applications, particularly major and strategic developments.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and oversee planning projects from start to finish.
• Work with developers, landowners, stakeholders and elected members.
• Negotiate Section 106 agreements and secure infrastructure contributions.
• Prepare and present reports to Planning Committees and represent the Council at public inquiries.

Skills

Planning knowledge

Section 106 experience

Education

Postgraduate Planning qualification (RTPI)

CT RTPI membership

Job description

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Telford and Wrekin to assist with the appointment of a Principal Planning Officer, on a 3-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion.

Rate of Pay

£44.00 - £57.00 per hour

Summary

Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking an experienced Principal Planning Officer to lead and manage major planning applications and strategic development projects. The role involves working closely with developers, stakeholders and elected members to deliver high-quality developments, negotiate planning agreements and ensure compliance with planning policies and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and determine complex planning applications, particularly major and strategic developments.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and oversee planning projects from start to finish.
• Work closely with developers, landowners, stakeholders and elected members.
• Negotiate Section 106 agreements and secure infrastructure contributions.
• Prepare and present reports to Planning Committees and represent the Council at public inquiries.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Planning or a related subject, recognised by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
• Chartered Membership of the RTPI.
• Evidence of relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Essential Requirements

• Significant experience in a planning environment, managing complex and major planning applications.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and strategic development projects.
• Proven experience managing developments involving 1,000+ units.
• Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policies, Development Management and Section 106 agreements.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own transport.
• Flexibility to attend meetings outside normal working hours when required.

Please note

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K

Disclaimer

We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.