Principal Planning Officer Location: North West England Rate: £55-60 per hour, dependent on experience and level Contract Length: 6 months Job Reference: 70630 Carrington West are currently recruiting for an experienced Principal Planning Officer to join a local authority in the North West on a 6-month contract. Working within Development Management, you will manage a varied caseload, predominantly major and complex planning applications, while providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior officers. Key Responsibilities: ·Manage major and complex planning applications from pre-application discussions through to determination and associated post-decision matters. ·Lead negotiations with developers, agents and consultees, including planning conditions ·Prepare delegated and committee reports, providing clear recommendations and presenting applications at Planning Committee. ·Provide expert planning advice to colleagues, elected members and external stakeholders. ·Prepare appeal statements and represent the authority at hearings and inquiries where required. ·Mentor junior officers, review reports and provide guidance on complex casework. ·Support the Team Leader with service improvements and maintaining the quality and timeliness of decisions. This is a full-time contract role offering competitive hourly rates and the opportunity to contribute to a progressive planning service. Quick start available. Please call Ryan at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information or to discuss your situation