Job Title: Principal Development Management Officer Job Title:Salary: 58,000 - 65,000 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week Location: Barking, LondonPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading organisation in the appointment of an experienced Principal Development Management Officer to join a high-performing and fast-paced Development Management Team in one of London''s most significant growth areas.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and commercially aware planning professional to contribute to a forward-thinking service recognised for delivering best-in-class performance. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, exceptional organisational skills, and a proactive, solutions-led approach, alongside a clear commitment to high-quality customer service.The RoleWorking within the Development Management function, you will play a key leadership role in delivering complex and high-profile planning projects. You will collaborate closely with senior colleagues across planning, transport, infrastructure, and design functions, as well as elected members and key stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesLead on a wide range of Development Management and Spatial Planning projects, including pre-application advice, planning applications, and appealsManage complex major and strategic applications of regional and national significanceRepresent the organisation at hearings, public inquiries, and examinationsPrepare and present high-quality ..... full job details .....