Principal Planning Officer
Spencer Clarke Group Ltd.
Location
England | United Kingdom
Job description
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 01772 954200.
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