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Principal Planning Officer
- Posted 20 February 2026
- Salary £55 - 58 per hour
- LocationEngland
- Job type Contract - Full Time
- Discipline Town Planning
- ReferenceJO0000063941
Job description
Principal Planning Officer
East Midlands
£55-£58p/h (DOE)
INSIDE IR35
Job Ref - 63941
Do you want to work for a highly motivated local authority planning team who consistently delivers a high level of service?
You will be mainly working from home, with the exception of site visits and key meetings. The office location can be discussed upon application to the role.
This newly created role is because of an increase in workload due to continued development in the local area. The local authority is looking to bring in an experienced planner that can hit the ground running with minimal supervision.
You will be required to work both individually and as part of a team to continue the high level of service that the local authority operate to currently
To be successful in this position you MUST HAVE:
·Be comfortable working from home and using Microsoft Teams/Zoom
·Please note this role would suit an experienced principal planner or major applications planner
Role & Responsibilities:
·Dealing with major/complex developments proposals.
·Assists the head of planning and managers in meeting national and local development management targets.
·Be able to attend the office once a week/fortnight
On offer is an hourly rate of up to £58p/h for the right candidate.
This role will move quickly and is unique opportunity to join a growing local authority.
To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Liam Shea on 02393876079
If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities but this role is not of interest, please still apply then we can consider you for other positions.
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