Principal Planning Officer - Development Management

Rugby Borough Council; Rugby; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days leave including 8 Bank Holidays

Hybrid working up to 60% from home

Annual leave purchase scheme

Subsidised parking

Structured induction programme

Learning and development opportunities

Payment of a professional subscription

Family-friendly policies

Retail discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Job summary

A local government authority in Rugby is seeking a Principal Planning Officer to lead its development management. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in development management along with strong communication and advisory skills. This full-time role offers hybrid working options and a range of benefits including generous leave and professional development programs. The position is pivotal in shaping the growth agenda for Rugby, engaging with stakeholders and supporting team efficiency.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in development management.
• Driving licence and access to a car for business use.
• A driving licence and access to a car for business use.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic development advice.
• Shape growth policy and evaluate development proposals.
• Cooperate with stakeholders and supervise team members.
• Support the planning team’s operational efficiency.
• Note: Option to work from home part of the week.

Skills

Communication skills

Advisory skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder cooperation

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Principal Planning Officer – Development Management

Rugby Borough Council

Location

Rugby, Warwickshire, England

About the role

We need an exceptional and dynamic planner to lead our growth agenda. Rugby is one of the fastest growing towns in the country, set to grow by 30% by 2035. You will play a key part in the growth of Rugby Borough with large developments in two sustainable urban extensions, high‑quality employment and technology sites such as Ansty Park and the regeneration of Rugby Town Centre. The workload varies across major schemes and the unspoilt Warwickshire countryside, Green Belt and heritage work preserving the birthplace of Rugby.

Key responsibilities include providing strategic development advice, shaping growth policy, evaluating development proposals, cooperating with stakeholders, supervising team members, and supporting the planning team’s operational efficiency. You may also work from home for part of the week.

About you

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification, significant experience in development management, excellent communication and advisory skills. A driving licence and access to a car for business use are required.

Benefits

• 40 days leave, including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days at Christmas
• Hybrid working up to 60% from home
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Subsidised parking
• Structured induction programme
• Learning and development opportunities, including Future Leaders programmes
• Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals
• Family‑friendly policiesAdditional benefits including retail discounts, Cycle‑to‑Work scheme and more

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time (37 hours a week)

Job function

Other

Industries

Government Administration

Pay range (provided by Rugby Borough Council)

This is a standard pay range. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

Contact

To apply, please contact the Talent & Resourcing Business Partner at Rugby Borough Council.