A local authority in Oxfordshire is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Planning Officer to represent the council at an uing Planning Appeal Inquiry relating to logistics development proposals. This will be a 6-7 month contract,mencing ASAP, running until early October.
The RoleThey are looking for a Principal Planning Officer to:
1. Represent the council at a planning appeal inquiry
2. Prepare and present professional planning evidence
3. Attend and participate in a public inquiry setting
4. Give evidence and respond to cross-examination
5. Support preparation work ahead of the inquiry start date
Inquiry Details
6. Planning Appeal Inquiry following refusal of three planning applications
7. Development type: Logistics (Use Class B8)
8. Appeals submitted to the Planning Inspectorate
9. Co-joined inquiry
10. Duration: 16 working days
11. Inquiry start date: Late September 2026
Required ExperienceCandidates should be able to demonstrate:
12. Previous experience attending public planning inquiries
13. Experience preparing and presenting evidence at inquiry
14. Experience giving evidence under cross-examination
15. Strong understanding of planning appeal procedures
Essential Requirements
16. Ability to act as the council’s appointed representative
17. Strong written and verbalmunication skills
18. Availability to start immediately for preparation work
19. Availability for the full duration of the inquiry
20. MRTPI
Contract Details
21. Duration: 6-7 months
22. Location: Oxfordshire
23. Start: Immediate
24. Rate: £55-£60/h
How to ApplyFor more information, please contact Daniel Baker on 07545 546 986 or apply via this advert. #4788934 - Daniel Baker