Strategic Planning Lead: Major Developments & Appeals

North Somerset Council; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

North Somerset Council is seeking a Principal Planning Officer to join the Strategic Development Team. You will guide major planning proposals through the development process, including examinations, processing and evaluating applications, and advising on pre- and post-application matters.

In this role you will undertake development management for major schemes, provide expert reports for appeals, and present evidence at hearings and inquiries to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Process major planning applicants and make recommendations
• Prepare reports, including proofs of evidence in relation to appeals, and present evidence at hearings, and public inquiries, and at court proceedings
• Give information and advice to businesses, the public and other stakeholders about legislative requirements and standards for compliance with planning legislation

Job description

North Somerset Council is seeking a Principal Planning Officer to join the Strategic Development Team. You will guide major planning proposals through the development process, including examinations, processing and evaluating applications, and advising on pre- and post-application matters.

In this role you will undertake development management for major schemes, provide expert reports for appeals, and present evidence at hearings and inquiries to diverse audiences.