Planning Officer

6 months contract with a Local Authority Job Title: Planning Officer Job Purpose The Principal Planning Officer is responsible for managing a varied and complex caseload of planning applications, providing professional planning advice, and supporting the delivery of high-quality development management services within the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The post holder will lead on the assessment and determination of complex planning applications, represent the Council at planning appeals and public inquiries, provide pre-application advice, supervise junior officers, and contribute to the achievement of the Council's planning, regeneration, and growth objectives. The role requires a detailed understanding of planning legislation, policy, and development management processes to ensure sound and defensible planning decisions are made in the public interest. Key Responsibilities Development Management Manage and determine a complex caseload of planning applications, including major and sensit...