Principal Development Management Officer (development Management) Kettering, United Kingdom £53460 - £56805 Full Time Apply By 10 May, 2026 Job Posted Date 22 April, 2026

North Northamptonshire Council

Kettering, United Kingdom
Base: £53,460 - £56,805; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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Development management experience
Local planning authority knowledge
Spatial vision strategy implementation
** North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Principal Development Management Officer to contribute to the planning services in a high-growth area. The role offers opportunities for professional development within a collaborative environment focused on sustainable urban development. **

Job Summary

  • North Northamptonshire Council is creating a single high-performing planning service following the 2021 local government reorganisation.
  • The role offers opportunities to utilise knowledge in preparing a new Local Plan and delivering sustainable urban extensions.
  • Candidates will work on a wealth of large commercial and industrial development proposals in this challenging and rewarding position.

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** North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Principal Development Management Officer to contribute to the planning services in a high-growth area. The role offers opportunities for professional development within a collaborative environment focused on sustainable urban development. **

Salary

Base: £53460 - £56805; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • development management experience
  • local planning authority knowledge
  • spatial vision strategy implementation

Nice-to-have

  • high-growth area professional development
  • transformation programme experience
  • sustainable development expertise

Key Requirements

  • Experience in development management
  • Knowledge of local planning functions
  • Ability to deliver transformation programmes

Work Rights

Not specified

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