Principal Planning Officer in Preston

Energy Jobline ZR; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Preston is seeking a motivated Principal Planning Officer to manage planning applications and lead a team. This position offers a salary between £49,282 and £50,269 per annum with benefits including hybrid working, flexi time, and extensive annual leave. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Town Planning and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Flexi time

Hybrid working

30 days’ annual leave

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted parking

Qualifications

• Substantial knowledge of planning processes.
• Extensive knowledge of the planning system and current legislation.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead one of the area teams in Preston.
• Handle a caseload of applications and attend Planning Committee meetings.
• Provide guidance to officers, Members, and stakeholders.

Skills

Experience as a Town Planning professional

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks

Job description

Overview

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Role

Principal Planning Officer
Permanent, Full Time – 37 hours per week
Salary: £49,282 – £50,269 per annum

Development and Housing Directorate – Located in the heart of Lancashire, Preston is a vibrant city with a rich history, beautiful landscapes, and a thriving cultural scene. We are seeking a well organised and motivated individual, who is an experienced Town Planning professional, to take up a Principal Planning Officer role with the Development Management Team.

Responsibilities

• The Principal Planning Officer will lead one of the area teams in Preston, delivering the Development Management function of the Planning Department.
• Handle a caseload of applications, attend Planning Committee and appeal hearings and inquiries, and provide guidance to officers, Members and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Have extensive knowledge and experience of the planning system as well as current planning legislation, policies and procedures.
• Act on own initiative and have the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience as a Town Planning professional with substantial knowledge of planning processes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Flexi time
• Hybrid working
• A minimum of 30 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
• Family friendly policies
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• AVCs, life assurance scheme
• Payment of professional fees
• Discounted parking, cycle to work scheme, and discounted bus and rail fares

International Sponsorship

This role is not open to International Sponsorship.

How to apply

For an informal chat about the role please contact Phil Cousins, Development Management Team Leader on 01772 906584. To obtain further details and apply online please visit the Preston city council website at preston.gov.uk.

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