I'm currently supporting Sussex Council who are looking for an interim Principal Planner to join their Major Development team. This is a great opportunity to take on a high-profile caseload of major applications while working on a hybrid basis.
The role:
- Managing a caseload of major planning applications through to decision.
- Preparing officer reports and recommendations for committee and under delegated powers.
- Handling planning appeals and representing the council at inquiries where needed.
- Advising councillors, colleagues, and the public on planning matters.
- Keeping up to date with planning law, policy, and case law.
- Providing support to junior officers and deputising for senior management where required.
Key requirements:
- RTPI membership and a postgraduate qualification in planning.
- Strong experience of major planning applications at senior level (local authority background preferred).
- Excellent knowledge of planning law, policy, and case law.
- Strong report writing, communication, and political awareness skills.
- Full UK driving licence (site visits required).
Details:
- Rate: 30- 40ph (via agency PAYE or umbrella, IR35 status to be confirmed with the client)
- Location: Haywards Heath (hybrid - min. 1 day per week in office + committees/site visits)
- Start: ASAP
- Duration: Up to 12 months
- Hours: 37 per week, 9-5 (flexible)
If you're interested, or know someone in your network who might be, please send me an updated CV and we can arrange a call to discuss further.