Principal Planning Officer

Principal Planning Officer

Posted 7 days ago by i-Jobs

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Guildford, Surrey, UK
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Summary: The Principal Planning Officer role involves managing major and complex planning applications, drafting reports for the Planning Committee, and negotiating S106 agreements. The position requires strong communication skills and adherence to deadlines while maintaining organized records. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in planning, particularly with large residential applications. This role is based in Guildford and is expected to start ASAP for a contract duration of over three months.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle major and complex planning applications.
  • Draft reports and recommendations for the Planning Committee or delegated decisions.
  • Negotiate S106 agreements.
  • Communicate with councillors, stakeholders, and interested groups.
  • Ensure application deadlines are met.
  • Maintain organized electronic records.
  • Adhere to data protection and GDPR standards.
  • Perform additional duties as requested by management.

Key Skills:

  • MRTPI qualification.
  • At least 3 years of experience with large residential applications.
  • Strong team and communication skills.
  • Relevant degree in planning or related field.
  • Excellent time management and organization skills.
  • Driving licence.
  • Proficiency in Office 365.
  • Knowledge of document management systems.

Salary (Rate): £31.44 per hour

City: Guildford

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Principal Planning Officer
Location: Millmead, GU2 4BB
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3+ Month
Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £31.44 per hour
Job Ref: (phone number removed)

Job Responsibilities

  • Handle major and complex planning applications.

  • Draft reports and recommendations for the Planning Committee or delegated decisions.

  • Negotiate S106 agreements.

  • Communicate with councillors, stakeholders, and interested groups.

  • Ensure application deadlines are met.

  • Maintain organized electronic records.

  • Adhere to data protection and GDPR standards.

  • Perform additional duties as requested by management.

Person Specifications
Must Have

  • MRTPI qualification.

  • At least 3 years of experience with large residential applications.

  • Strong team and communication skills.

  • Relevant degree in planning or related field.

  • Excellent time management and organization skills.

  • Driving licence.

  • Proficiency in Office 365.

  • Knowledge of document management systems.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in development management.

  • Skills in conflict resolution and mediation.

  • Understanding of urban design and development economics.

  • Willingness to attend meetings outside regular hours.

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