Neway International have a Job Opportunity for a Principal Planner to join our client based with Royal Borough of Kingston.
Start Date: 10 November 2025 End Date: 31 May 2026
Hours: 36 per week (Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00)
Pay Rates: PAYE: £32.16/hour Umbrella/Ltd: £42.14/hour
Closing Date for Applications: Monday 27 October 2025 at 12:00
About the Role
The Royal Borough of Kingston is seeking an experienced Principal Planner (Grade J) to support its Strategic Planning and Infrastructure team. This is a senior-level role focused on managing major planning applications and providing expert advice on complex enforcement matters. You’ll play a key role in shaping Kingston’s built environment, working closely with internal teams, external stakeholders, and elected members to deliver high-quality planning outcomes that align with the borough’s strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead on the assessment and management of major planning applications.
* Provide expert advice on significant planning enforcement cases.
* Prepare and present reports for Planning Committees and public hearings.
* Collaborate with colleagues across Development Management, Planning Policy, and Enforcement.
* Represent the Council in negotiations, appeals, and stakeholder engagement.
* Deputise for the Lead Officer as required and contribute to service planning and delivery improvements.
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