Principal Planning Officer – Development Management

Local Government South East; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive annual leave

Free parking

Season Ticket Loans

Cycle to Work and Car Benefit

Employer paid health cash plan

Confidential Employee Advice and 24/7/

Employee discounts

Continuous professional development

Job summary

Winchester City Council in Winchester is seeking a Principal Planning Officer to join the Development Management team and help shape Winchester's districts, balancing growth with the protection of historic environments. You will manage a varied caseload of planning applications, provide professional planning advice, and ensure timely decisions in line with policy and statutory requirements.

The role also involves mentoring staff, representing the Council at Planning Committee and hearings, and

Qualifications

• Experience in Development Management and determination of varied planning applications.
• Knowledge of current planning legislation and policy.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage priorities.
• Experience handling complex planning issues with balanced recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of planning applications and appeals.
• Provide professional planning advice and balanced recommendations.
• Represent the Council at Planning Committee and appeals.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Contribute to continuous service improvement and high standards.

Skills

Development Management

Planning legislation

Organisation

Complex planning issues

Communication skills

Committee reporting

Collaboration

RTPI membership

Education

RTPI membership eligibility

Job description

Winchester City Council in Winchester is seeking a Principal Planning Officer to join the Development Management team and help shape Winchester's districts, balancing growth with the protection of historic environments. You will manage a varied caseload of planning applications, provide professional planning advice, and ensure timely decisions in line with policy and statutory requirements.

The role also involves mentoring staff, representing the Council at Planning Committee and hearings, and