Principal Planner

Principal Commercial PlannerContract: 6 months Rate: 450 per day Umbrella Location: Central LondonThe OpportunityAn exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal Commercial Planner to support major property development and regeneration schemes across London.Working from a client-side/landowner perspective, you will support major development opportunities, working closely with development partners, local authorities, consultants and internal stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesLead planning appraisals for major development opportunities.Prepare and coordinate planning applications and supporting documentation.Provide planning advice throughout the development lifecycle.Engage and negotiate with local authorities and key stakeholders.Support planning policy, Section 106, CIL and S278 matters.Represent the planning function at senior stakeholder meetings.Manage consultants and support junior team members.Identify opportunities to maximise development and regeneration benefits.About YouThe ideal candidate will have:Strong London planning knowledge and experience.Experience preparing and submitting planning applications.Experience working on major schemes from a developer, landowner or commercial property perspective.Understanding of the full planning lifecycle, including pre-application through to conditions and Section 106.Strong stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills.Good understanding of development viability, urban design and transport ..... full job details .....