South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership - Principal Planning Officer
Apply before 12/01/2026
Salary: Grade 7 (44,385 – 48,572)
Shape the Future of South & East Lincolnshire
Are you an experienced planning professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join Boston Borough Council as a Principal Planning Officer and play a pivotal role in delivering growth, regeneration, and sustainable development across one of the most ambitious and diverse areas in the country.
As part of the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership (SELCP) – the largest of its kind in England – you’ll be working within a forward-thinking team that serves 49% of Lincolnshire’s geography and 300,000 residents. Our Partnership has secured over £40 million in Levelling Up funding, driving transformative projects such as PE21/Rosegarth Square public realm improvements, Boston Leisure Centre redevelopment and Boston College flagship Mayflower building regeneration.
ABOUT US:
Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.
Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.
Please visit Join our Planning Team - South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership for more information about the partnership and our planning service.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of an award-winning Partnership recognised nationally for innovation and collaboration.
* Work on major and complex planning applications, including Levelling Up projects and Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects.
* Influence the future of Boston through Local Plan review and renewable energy projects.
* Benefit from a strong culture of staff development, including leadership programmes, RTPI support, and opportunities to gain formal qualifications.
* Enjoy agile and flexible working arrangements within a supportive, collaborative environment.
About the Role
As Principal Planning Officer, you will:
* Lead on major and complex planning applications from pre-application to delivery.
* Provide professional advice and oversee decision-making, including signing off reports and recommendations.
* Represent the Council at planning committees, appeals, and public inquiries.
* Mentor and support junior officers, fostering a #OneTeam culture.
* Drive service improvements and contribute to strategic projects that shape our communities.
What We’re Looking For
* Extensive knowledge of planning legislation and Development Management.
* Proven experience managing major/complex applications and delivering positive outcomes.
* Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
* RTPI membership (or eligibility) and commitment to ongoing professional development.
* A proactive, collaborative approach with a “can-do” attitude.
BENEFITS: We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:
Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
Cycle to work scheme*
Flu Jabs
Free Eye Test voucher
Flexible Working Policy
Agile Working Policy*
Car mileage reimbursement*
Excellent career progression and training opportunities
Long Service Recognition*
*Certain restrictions may apply
If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Andreas Efthymiou at andreas.efthymiou@penna.com or 07546 415 794
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re passionate about planning and want to help shape the future of South & East Lincolnshire, we’d love to hear from you.
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