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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy authority in Newham. Are looking for a Developer Contributions Principal Planner to join their organisation.

Job Role: Developer Contributions Principal Planner
Temporary or Permanent: Temp
Possible End Date: 19/06/2026 (possible extension)
Number of Positions: 2 position
Location: Newham
Rate of Pay: £37.84p/h umbrella
Office Based/Hybrid: Hybrid

Job Summary:
Two temporary Principal Planner roles: one specializing in S106 planning obligations, the other in Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL).

S106 role requires experience with viability assessments, renegotiating planning obligation deeds (especially affordable housing), stakeholder management, interpreting complex legal documents, and use of Exacom.

CIL role demands expertise in technical CIL advice, plan measurement, interpreting legislation and case law, income forecasting, and leading process changes. Both roles require report writing and deputizing for senior managers.

Key Responsibilities:

• To establish and administer a CIL for Newham, manage, monitor and review it as necessary.
• To administer the Mayor of London’s CIL, input into planned changes or reviews to it.
• To negotiate and administer s106 and CIL receipts in accordance with Council and departmental guidelines.
• Lead on the preparation of policies, procedures and guidance notes and the development of quality assurance and system manuals on good practice for all Planning Obligations and CIL matters.
• To utilise information technology, business systems and other innovation to improve service delivery and to encourage the team to work innovatively to maximise resources.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 2 years experience within a Developer Contributions Principal Planner role or equivalent 
• Ideal candidates will have RTPI or RICS membership, a related degree, or equivalent work experience. 
• Ideally needs an RTPI or RICS membership

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to tareeq.smith@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact Tareeq on 020 3854 4911 to discuss further.

To explore other exciting opportunities or learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our website https://www.temptingrecruitment

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