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Principal Planning Officer
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Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-12
Listing for:
JT Recruit
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-12
Job specializations:
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Government
Environmental/ Urban Planning
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Team:
Planning and Development
Location:
Coalville (minimum one day per week in office; site visits required)
Job Purpose
To lead on the assessment and determination of major and complex planning applications, provide high-quality pre-application advice, and manage planning appeals. This role focuses solely on major applications and does not include line management responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess, negotiate and determine major planning applications in line with legislation and policy.
* Prepare clear, robust committee reports and present applications at Planning Committee.
* Provide strategic pre-application advice to developers and stakeholders.
* Prepare appeal statements and represent the Council at hearings and inquiries.
* Act as a key professional contact for Members, applicants, consultees and the public.
Requirements
* Degree in Town Planning (or related discipline).
* RTPI membership (or eligible).
* Significant experience handling major planning applications.
* Strong report writing, negotiation and presentation skills.
Additional Information
* Must live within one hour of Coalville.
* Attendance at evening meetings required
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