Senior Planning Lead: Major Projects & Pre‑Applications

London Borough of Sutton; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26–32 days annual leave + bank hols (p

Job summary

The London Borough of Sutton is seeking a Principal Planning Officer to lead on complex major and strategic planning applications and provide proactive pre-application advice across the borough. You’ll work with the Planning and Building Control service, shaping development in collaboration with policy, validation, enforcement, and building control teams.

We are looking for an accomplished planner with experience in negotiating high-quality design outcomes, viability assessments and Section 106

Qualifications

• We are seeking an accomplished planner with experience in managing complex/major applications and pre-application negotiations.
• Strong ability to negotiate design outcomes, Section 106 agreements and viability assessments.
• Commercially astute, proactive and self-motivated with leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex major and strategic planning applications and provide proactive pre-application advice shaping development across the borough.
• Negotiate high-quality design outcomes, Section 106 agreements and viability assessments in collaboration with the Council and elected members.
• Manage and mentor staff within area teams and undertake site visits across the borough.
• Attend the office at least two days a week and be available for planning committee meetings and in-person engagements.

Job description

The London Borough of Sutton is seeking a Principal Planning Officer to lead on complex major and strategic planning applications and provide proactive pre-application advice across the borough. You’ll work with the Planning and Building Control service, shaping development in collaboration with policy, validation, enforcement, and building control teams.

We are looking for an accomplished planner with experience in negotiating high-quality design outcomes, viability assessments and Section 106