What's involved with this role:
Job Title: Principal Planning Officer
Reference: 000A 0E9E / 1
Salary: £38.13 per hour PAYE
Hours per week: 35
Role length: 6 months
Job type: Interim
Location: Doncaster
Postcode: DN1 3BU
Contract Type: Hybrid (some office presence required)
The role:
Our client is seeking an experienced Principal Planning Officer to join a Regeneration & Environment Directorate in Doncaster. You’ll handle major planning applications, contribute to planning policy, and support service delivery across development management and enforcement.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a caseload of major and complex planning applications
Provide expert planning policy advice and develop strategy documents
Lead on pre-application discussions and negotiations with developers
Support enforcement and represent the council at appeals and public inquiries
What the client is looking for:
RTPI qualified (or working towards) with strong local authority experience
Confident managing strategic-scale developments
Skilled in policy writing, application handling, and appeal preparation
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
How to Apply:
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Job Ref: 000A 0E9E / 1
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