Job Description
️ Principal Planning Officer + Senior Planning Officer Major Applications | West Midlands| 6-Month Contract
n We’re currently looking for an experienced Principal Planning Officer or a Senior Planning Officer Major Applications to join a planning team in West Midlands on an initial 6-month contract, with an October start.
n This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a major application caseload, while also providing guidance and mentoring to more junior members of the team.
n The role:
n Location: West Midlands
n ⏳ Contract: 6 months
n Rate: £45–£55 per hour
n Start: October 2026
n Attendance: Weekly/fortnightly office attendance
n Workload: Major planning application caseload
n We’re looking for someone with:
n Strong experience at Principal Planning Officer / Senior Planning Officer level
n Proven experience handling major planning applications
n Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system and development management
n Strong communication, report writing and stakeholder management skills
n The ability to manage a busy caseload and work independently
n If you’re an experienced planning professional available from October and interested in a role offering a competitive £45–£55 per hour, I’d be keen to hear from you.
n tommie.blashill@vividresourcing.com
n 0161 470 5506