Principal Planning Officer – Public Inquiry

A local authority in Oxfordshire is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Planning Officer to represent the council at an upcoming Planning Appeal Inquiry relating to logistics development proposals. This will be a 6-7 month contract, commencing ASAP, running until early October.

The Role

They are looking for a Principal Planning Officer to:

Represent the council at a planning appeal inquiry
Prepare and present professional planning evidence
Attend and participate in a public inquiry setting
Give evidence and respond to cross-examination
Support preparation work ahead of the inquiry start dateInquiry Details

Planning Appeal Inquiry following refusal of three planning applications
Development type: Logistics (Use Class B8)
Appeals submitted to the Planning Inspectorate
Co-joined inquiry
Duration: 16 working days
Inquiry start date: Late September 2026Required ExperienceCandidates should be able to demonstrate:

Previous experience attending public planning inquiries
Experience preparing and presenting evidence at inquiry
Experience giving evidence under cross-examination
Strong understanding of planning appeal proceduresEssential Requirements

Ability to act as the council's appointed representative
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Availability to start immediately for preparation work
Availability for the full duration of the inquiry
MRTPIContract Details

Duration: 3/4 months
Location: Oxfordshire
Start: Immediate
Rate: £60-£70/hHow to Apply

For more information, please contact Ben Styles or apply via this advert.

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