Principal Planning Officer; Policy

Principal Planning Officer (Policy) – Permanent

Salary:
Salary Grade 9 £ 42,839 - £47,181 per annum (pay award pending)
Full Time, 37 hours per week

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Principal Planning Officer (Policy) to join our high‑performing Planning Team and play a key role in shaping some of the most ambitious developments in the region. This is your opportunity to lead on transformative regeneration schemes at the Trent Valley Supercluster and the East Midlands Investment Zone.

• With a new style Local Plan in the early stages, you will be responsible for progressing key planning policy areas such as housing, infrastructure, or renewable energy, managing a range of strategic site proposals while mentoring junior staff and managing external consultants, and providing expert planning advice at all levels.
• This senior role requires a sound understanding of planning policy and the wider legislative and political landscape of planning. You will act as the Council’s expert witness at local plan examination, liaise with developers, and contribute directly to shaping local and regional growth.

If you would like more information about the role, please contact Huma or (01909) 533 533.

We offer a generous employee benefit package including 26‑32 days holiday plus bank holidays, free healthcare cash plan, flexitime and more.