Principal Planning Officer

I am working with a Local Authority in the Gloucestershire area who are seeking an experienced Senior / Principal Planning Officer within Development Management on a 6-month interim assignment.

The Role:
As a Senior / Principal Planning Officer, you will:
* Manage a caseload of complex planning applications within the Development Management team.
* Handle a variety of applications, including major developments, providing clear and professional recommendations.
* Attend and present reports at Planning Committee, offering expert advice to Members.
* Manage planning appeals and contribute to appeal statements where required.
* Work on pre-application enquiries and provide guidance to applicants and stakeholders.
* Collaborate with internal teams and external consultees to ensure timely and robust decision-making.
* Ensure all work is in line with current planning legislation, policy, and best practice.

Contract Details:
* Duration: 6 months initially
* Rate: DOE (Dependent on Experience) - rate to be sent over with CV
* Working pattern: Hybrid - minimum 1 day per week in the office
* Hours: Full-time

If this sounds like something you would be interested in or would like to hear more about, get in contact with me on shannon@park-avenue.co.uk or 020 3976 1521.

Please note: Not all roles are advertised. I am working with numerous Local Authorities across the region who require contractors from entry-level to senior positions within Development Management, Planning Enforcement & Policy Teams. I would be more than happy to have a conversation about additional roles which may suit your experience.