Housing, Planning & Surveying Principal Planning Officer (Development Management West Midlands Up to £50 ​/ hour

Principal Planning Officer (Development Management) £35.94 per hour PAYE | £50.00 per hour Umbrella Inside IR35 3-Month Contract Walsall | Hybrid Working (2 Days Onsite Per Week Including Tuesdays)

• Manage and determine complex minor and major planning applications.
• Handle pre-application enquiries and provide planning advice.
• Prepare reports and recommendations in line with planning policy and legislation.
• Manage planning appeals and represent the Council where required.
• Work collaboratively with internal departments, applicants, agents and stakeholders.
• Support the effective delivery of the Development Management service.

• Significant Development Management experience within a Local Authority environment.
• Proven experience handling complex planning applications and appeals.
• Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy and procedures.
• Excellent report writing, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a demanding caseload.

• Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates with experience in:
  Team Leadership or Deputy Team Leadership, Service Improvement projects, Project Management, Mentoring or supporting junior officers.

• Ability to attend the Walsall office 2 days per week, including Tuesdays.
• Access to your own vehicle/car.
• Availability on short notice is highly desirable.
• All offers will be subject to satisfactory compliance screening, including right to work in the UK and references.