Principal Planning Officer (Major Applications) Team: Planning and Development Location: Coalville (minimum one day per week in office; site visits required) Job Purpose To lead on the assessment and determination of major and complex planning applications, provide high-quality pre-application advice, and manage planning appeals. This role focuses solely on major applications and does not include line management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Assess, negotiate and determine major planning applications in line with legislation and policy. Prepare clear, robust committee reports and present applications at Planning Committee. Provide strategic pre-application advice to developers and stakeholders. Prepare appeal statements and represent the Council at hearings and inquiries. Act as a key professional contact for Members, applicants, consultees and the public. Requirements Degree in Town Planning (or related discipline). RTPI membership (or eligible). Significant experience handling major planning applications. Strong report writing, negotiation and presentation skills. Additional Information Must live within one hour of Coalville. Attendance at evening meetings required. ..... full job details .....