Principal Planning Officer

Principal Planning Officer (Development Management)

Location: Somerset (Hybrid)

Contract: Full time – 6-months ongoing

Pay: Inside IR35 – Negotiable DOE

Our client, a local authority in the South West, is seeking a Principal Planning Officer to join their team for a 6-month assignment. In this role, you will play a crucial part in advancing a variety of minor and/or small major planning applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Progress a variety of minor and/or small major planning applications within the designated timeframe.
• Conduct thorough assessments and evaluations of planning applications to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to applicants, stakeholders, and colleagues on planning matters.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate the planning process effectively.
• Prepare reports, recommendations, and presentations for planning committees and other decision-making bodies.
• Ensure all planning applications are processed efficiently and in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the planning process and service delivery.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree qualification in Town Planning or related field.
• Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in processing and managing planning applications, preferably within a local authority setting.
• Sound knowledge of planning legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

If you're interested in applying, please submit your CV now and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on .