South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership

4 days ago


Lincolnshire, United Kingdom South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Full time

South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership - Principal Planning Officer
Are you an experienced planning professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join Boston Borough Council as a Principal Planning Officer and play a pivotal role in delivering growth, regeneration, and sustainable development across one of the most ambitious and diverse areas in the country.

Our Partnership has secured over £40 million in Levelling Up funding, driving transformative projects such as PE21/Rosegarth Square public realm improvements, Boston Leisure Centre redevelopment and Boston College flagship Mayflower building regeneration.

Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.

Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.

Please visit for more information about the partnership and our planning service.

Work on major and complex planning applications, including Levelling Up projects and Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects.
Influence the future of Boston through Local Plan review and renewable energy projects.
Enjoy agile and flexible working arrangements within a supportive, collaborative environment.


As Principal Planning Officer, you will:
Lead on major and complex planning applications from pre-application to delivery.
Represent the Council at planning committees, appeals, and public inquiries.
Drive service improvements and contribute to strategic projects that shape our communities.


Extensive knowledge of planning legislation and Development Management.
RTPI membership (or eligibility) and commitment to ongoing professional development.
Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
Cycle to work scheme*
Free Eye Test voucher
Flexible Working Policy
Agile Working Policy*
Car mileage reimbursement*
Excellent career progression and training opportunities
Long Service Recognition*
*If you’re passionate about planning and want to help shape the future of South & East Lincolnshire, we’d love to hear from you.


Complete the short mandatory fields on the next page.
#



  • Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Full time

    South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership - Principal Planning OfficerApply before 12/01/2026Salary: Grade 7 (44,385 – 48,572)Shape the Future of South & East LincolnshireAre you an experienced planning professional ready to take the next step in your career? JoinBoston Borough Councilas aPrincipal Planning Officerand play a pivotal role in...


  • Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Full time

    South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership - Planning Officer (East Lindsey)Apply before 12/01/2026Salary / Day Rate -£25,583 to £34,434Contract Type -PermCategory -PlanningLocation -East LindseySalary: Grade 3 -5 (G3 entry level= £25,583 – £26,824) (G4 - £26,824- £30,024) (G5 = £30,024- £34,434)Build Your Planning Career in East LindseyAre...


  • Lincolnshire, United Kingdom South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Full time

    South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership - Principal Planning Officer Apply before 12/01/2026 Salary: Grade 7 (44,385 – 48,572) Shape the Future of South & East Lincolnshire Are you an experienced planning professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join Boston Borough Council as a Principal Planning Officer and play a pivotal role in...


  • Lincolnshire, United Kingdom South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Full time

    South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership - Planning Officer (East Lindsey) Apply before 12/01/2026 Salary / Day Rate - £25,583 to £34,434 Contract Type - Perm Category - Planning Location - East Lindsey Salary: Grade 3 -5 (G3 entry level= £25,583 – £26,824) (G4 - £26,824- £30,024) (G5 = £30,024- £34,434) Build Your Planning Career in East...


  • Lincolnshire, United Kingdom South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Full time

    South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership - Planning Officer (East Lindsey) Salary / Day Rate - £25,583 to £34,434 Contract Type - Perm Category - Planning Grade 3 -5 (G3 entry level= £25,583 – £26,824) (G4 - £26,824- £30,024) (G5 = £30,024- £34,434) Build Your Planning Career in East Lindsey Join East Lindsey District Council...


  • Greater Lincolnshire, United Kingdom South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Full time

    South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership - Principal Planning Officer Apply before 12/01/2026 Shape the Future of South & East Lincolnshire Are you an experienced planning professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join Boston Borough Council as a Principal Planning Officer and play a pivotal role in delivering growth, regeneration, and...


  • Greater Lincolnshire, United Kingdom South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Full time

    South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership - Planning Officer (East Lindsey) Apply before 12/01/2026 Salary / Day Rate - £25,583 to £34,434 Contract Type - Perm Category - Planning Location - East Lindsey Are you looking for a role where you can develop your skills and progress in a supportive environment? Join East Lindsey District Council as a...


  • Greater Lincolnshire, United Kingdom South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Full time

    South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership - Senior Planning Officer Are you a planning professional looking for the next step in your career? Join South Holland District Council as a Senior Planning Officer and play a vital role in delivering high-quality development across one of Lincolnshire’s most dynamic areas. As part of the South & East...


  • Greater Lincolnshire, United Kingdom South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Full time

    South and East Lincolnshire Council Partnership - Planning Officer (Boston Council) Start your planning career and grow with us. Join Boston Borough Council as a Planning Officer and become part of a team that values professional growth and invests in your future. Are you looking for a role where you can develop your skills and build a long‑term career in...

  • Council Tax Officer

    2 weeks ago


    North East Lincolnshire, United Kingdom North East Lincolnshire Council Full time

    **Council Tax Officer**: **Job description** **_ 2 Vacancies_** **_ Permanent Contracts_** **_ 1 x Fulltime - 37 Hours_** **_ 1x Part time - 21.5 Hours_** This is an exciting opportunity to join the Council Tax Collection Team at North Lincolnshire Council. The post is within the Shared Service agreement with North East Lincolnshire Council. You will be...