Principal Planning Officer

Principal Development Management Planner

North London Borough | £50-£60 per hour | Initial 3-Month Contract | Likely Extension

A busy and well-regarded North London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Principal Development Management Planner to support a high-performing planning service through a sustained period of development activity.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied and challenging caseload, including major residential, mixed-use and commercial applications, while providing technical expertise and mentoring support to junior officers.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a complex caseload of major and strategic planning applications.
Preparing detailed committee reports and delegated officer decisions.
Providing professional planning advice to applicants, stakeholders and elected members.
Negotiating planning obligations and contributing to successful development outcomes.
Supporting team leaders with mentoring, quality assurance and case management.
Representing the Council at planning committee meetings, hearings and appeals where required.

Requirements

Significant Development Management experience within a UK local authority environment.
Strong knowledge of current planning legislation and policy.
Experience handling major and complex planning applications.
Excellent report writing and stakeholder management skills.
MRTPI qualification preferred but not essential for candidates with extensive relevant experience.

Contract Details

Initial 3-month contract.
Strong likelihood of extension and ongoing work.
£50-£60 per hour DOE, negotiable for the right candidate.
Hybrid working available.
Immediate interviews and quick start preferred.To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply with your CV or contact our planning recruitment team for further information.

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