Job type
TemporaryLocation
NorfolkWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
PlanningIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£55-£62/h
Principal Planning Officer Contract | Norfolk
Rate: £55–£62 per hour (Inside IR35)
Contract: 6 months
Working Pattern: Hybrid (ideally one to two days per week in the office, but one day a fortnight will be considered)
Start Date: April
Contract: 6 months
Working Pattern: Hybrid (ideally one to two days per week in the office, but one day a fortnight will be considered)
Start Date: April
A council in Norfolk is seeking an experienced Principal Planner to join their planning team on an interim basis. This is a great opportunity for a senior planning professional who can bring strong technical expertise, confident decision making, and supportive leadership to a committed service.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on major and complex planning applications, including schemes supported by Planning Performance Agreements (PPAs)
- Provide mentorship and day to day support to a newly appointed Principal Officer who is stepping up into the role
- Exercise delegated sign off responsibilities with robust, well reasoned planning judgement
- Manage staff and contribute to a high performing, customer focused planning service
- Bring excellent decision-making, communication, and case management abilities
Ideal Candidate - Strong experience managing major/complex applications
- Confidence handling PPA driven projects
- A collaborative and supportive leadership style
- Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality decisions
- Capacity to help strengthen and develop the wider planning team
How to apply
For more information, please contact Daniel Baker on 07545 546 986, or apply via this advert.
For more information, please contact Daniel Baker on 07545 546 986, or apply via this advert.
