Your newpany
A forward thinking London Local Authority is seeking a Principal Town Planner (Major Projects) to lead on some of the borough’s most significant andplex development proposals. This is a senior, influential role within the Planning Service, offering the opportunity to shape place making oues, support regeneration and deliver sustainable growth for localmunities.You will act as a subject matter expert on major applications, providing high quality professional advice to elected Members, senior officers, developers and external stakeholders.
Your new role
Leading on the assessment and determination of major and strategic planning applications, including large scale residential,mercial, mixed‑use and regeneration schemes. Providing clear, robust and defensible planning advice in line with the Development Plan, London Plan and national policy
Managing pre‑application discussions and negotiations with developers, consultants and statutory consultees
Preparing and presenting reports to Planningmittee and attendingmittee meetings to advise Members
Representing the authority at hearings, appeals, public inquiries and examinations as required
Contributing to service improvement, policy implementation and mentoring of junior planning officers
What you'll need to succeed
Significant experience working within a UK local authority planning service or a strong understanding of public sector planning processes
Proven track record of handling major orplex planning applications
Excellent knowledge of planning legislation, development management and decision making frameworks
Strongmunication skills, with the confidence to advise Members, senior leadership and the public
What you'll get in return
Apetitive £60 to £65k salary plus package. They offer flexible working arrangements and ideally two days in office.