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Job: Principal Planning OfficerLocation: SouthamptonSalary: NegotiableContract: 6 months+Hours: Full time - 37 hours IR35: InsideHybrid: Hybrid/RemoteTo deliver high-quality strategic planning services in line with statutory frameworks and council priorities. This includes preparing and updating the City Council's Local Plan, contributing to regional and sub-regional strategies, and supporting planning reforms.About the role:
- Support the preparation, review, and adoption of the City Council's Local Plan, policies, and supplementary planning documents.
- Work with other planning authorities and stakeholders on regional and strategic issues, including the Minerals and Waste Local Development Framework.
- Define research needs and manage internal or external suppliers to gather planning data.
- Maintain and analyze data on city development, land use, and project completions to inform planning decisions.
- Prepare and present evidence for public inquiries, examinations, and judicial forums.
- Respond to consultations on policies, local plans, and major development proposals relevant to the city.
- Provide policy advice for council projects and planning applications, working with the Development Management team.
- Attend public meetings and consult with stakeholders on planning policies.
- Supervise and guide junior team members in completing tasks as directed.
If you are interested in this role, please contact Josh Draycott on or or with an updated CV.*Referral Scheme*If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer up to £500 in vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.
