Who You Are You are a seasoned planning professional with a strong commitment to delivering quality planning services. You thrive in complex environments and have a passion for utilizing your expertise to improve community standards. You exercise professional judgment and maintain a comprehensive understanding of planning regulations and legislation. Adept at both leading teams and working autonomously, you are driven to provide excellent customer service and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. A politically astute individual, you have experience working within a large corporate and political setting. What the Job Involves The Principal Planning Officer in Development Management is responsible for managing a diverse caseload of planning applications, including complex and major applications and appeals. You will provide planning advice, attend Planning Committees, and represent the service in various groups. As a leader, you will manage a team of specialist professionals, oversee casework, and ensure adherence to statutory planning requirements. Additionally, you will negotiate developer contributions, respond to complaints, and contribute to service enhancements. Your role includes undertaking site inspections, preparing appeal statements, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant planning legislation. Skills Excellent knowledge of planning legislation and regulations Experience in managing complex planning cases and applications Strong leadership and team management skills Effective negotiation and persuasion abilities Proficient in ICT, including Microsoft Office Ability to present evidence at Public Inquiries Strong organizational and time management skills Effective communication and customer care skills Ability to analyze information and make informed decisions Commitment to continuous professional development