Principal Planning Policy Officer
- Posted 31 October 2025
- Salary £55 - 90 per hour
- LocationSouth West
- Job type Contract - Full Time
- Job duration6 Months
- Discipline Town Planning
- Reference62146
Job description
Principal Planning Policy Officer - England
Carrington West are delighted to be a Local Authority client with their search for an experienced Principal Planning Policy Officer to join the team.
This is an initial 6 month contract position being offered on a remote basis.
We are looking for experienced Planner's with a strong knowledge of national planning policy with a Local Authority background. The ideal candidates will be working towards tight deadlines with minimal supervision and will have the ability to prioritise daily work loads. You will be focussed on developing the broad content of the policies working toward the Local Plan with key areas including evidence based work, topic papers and refinement of policies - Further details available upon request.
You will be an experienced and motivated Planner who is degree and preferably masters qualified and have MRTPI status or be working towards it. You will also have a very strong knowledge of planning legislation and process and have excellent communication skills.
Rates - £55-£70p/h
Job Ref - 62146
If you are keen to discuss this position in more detail please do not hesitate to Cameron on 02393 876014/cameron.dewit@carringtonwest.com
If this role is too senior, too junior, or too far for you to travel but you are looking for your next role in Town Planning, please call our Town Planning team on 02393 876079, we are keen to discuss our non-advertised opportunities with you.