Principal Planning Officer (Major Applications) Team: Planning and Development Location: Coalville (minimum one day per week in office; site visits required) Job Purpose To lead on the assessment and determination of major and complex planning applications, provide high-quality pre-application advice, and manage planning appeals. This role focuses solely on major applications and does not include line management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities * Assess, negotiate and determine major planning applications in line with legislation and policy. * Prepare clear, robust committee reports and present applications at Planning Committee. * Provide strategic pre-application advice to developers and stakeholders. * Prepare appeal statements and represent the Council at hearings and inquiries. * Act as a key professional contact for Members, applicants, consultees and the public. Requirements * Degree in Town Planning (or related discipline). * RTPI membership (or eligible). * Significant experience handling major planning applications. * Strong report writing, negotiation and presentation skills. Additional Information * Must live within one hour of Coalville. * Attendance at evening meetings required...