Principal Planning Officer
| Posting date: | 10 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £31.44 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 January 2026 |
| Location: | Guildford, South West, GU2 4BB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | MP219206CT1757-5280999-10122025 |
Summary
Principal Planning Officer needed in Guildford
This is a temporary contract paying £31.44ph PAYE
This is a temporary role
The reference number is: 5280999
The successful candidate will manage a caseload of major, high-profile and complex planning applications, ensuring that housing delivery targets are met within agreed deadlines. They will demonstrate proven expertise in drafting clear, accurate reports and recommendations for committee or delegated decisions, alongside negotiating S106 agreements with confidence and precision. Strong communication skills will enable them to liaise effectively with councillors, portfolio holders, developers, consultees and community groups, maintaining professional relationships and resolving conflict constructively. They will be highly organised, proactive and resilient, balancing independent working with collaborative team engagement, and consistently delivering excellent performance, accuracy and customer service in a fast-paced environment.
If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.
Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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