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Principal Planning Officer

Warwick District Council

Royal Leamington Spa

Hybrid

GBP 46,000 - 49,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Planning Officer to join their progressive planning service. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage major development schemes while providing expert advice and representing the Council in public forums. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to work-life balance, this position allows for hybrid working, enabling you to balance your career with personal commitments. Join a team that values empowerment and flexibility, and contribute to shaping the future of vibrant communities within a beautiful countryside setting. If you are passionate about town planning and looking for a rewarding career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours
Training and development opportunities
Healthy work-life balance
Travel cost reimbursement

Qualifications

  • Experience managing major development schemes and providing pre-application advice.
  • Ability to represent the Council in public and at appeals.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and determine a caseload of major development schemes.
  • Sign off decisions for junior staff and deputize for Team Leaders.

Skills

Town Planning
Project Management
Public Speaking
Decision Making

Education

Degree in Planning or related field

Tools

GIS Software
Planning Software

Job description

Principal Planning Officer
£46,731 to £48,710 per annum plus temporary Market Forces Supplement of £2,078 pa until 31 March 2026

Are you looking to develop your career in town planning within a progressive planning service covering an area boasting extensive countryside along with historic market towns and villages? If so, we are recruiting to this role in Development Management.

As a Principal Planning Officer, you will manage and determine a caseload of predominantly major development schemes, including providing detailed advice at the pre-application stage and representing the Council in public and at appeal. You will also sign off decisions for junior members of staff and deputise for the Team Leaders.

The intention is for the postholder to work predominantly from home; however, it is a requirement to attend our offices or sites within Warwick District as required. Any costs for travel from home to the office will be met by the successful candidate. Office and hybrid working options are also available.

If you would like to discuss the post before submitting your application, we would love to hear from you. Please contact either:

  1. Rob Young - Business Manager on 01926 456535
  2. Sandip Sahota – Business Manager on 01926 456554

Here at Warwick District Council, we pride ourselves on the fact that we offer you a great place to work. We achieve our goals by recruiting and retaining motivated, empowered, and flexible staff. We are committed to training and development, and we encourage a healthy work-life balance. We offer the rewards and benefits that make it a great place to work.

Closing Date: 26th January 2025

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