Forward Planning Officer

Mid Devon District Council; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the UK is seeking a Forward Planning Officer to assist in developing a new Local Plan. This role involves a salary range of £35,412 - £38,220, hybrid working opportunities, and the chance to contribute to planning for a sustainable future in an attractive rural area near Exeter. Candidates should have strong communication skills and experience in planning policies.

Qualifications

• Drive and ambition with a resourceful and creative mindset.
• Experience in assisting with writing local plan policies.
• Understanding of the National Planning Policy Framework and plan-making process.

Responsibilities

• Assist with writing local plan policies and preparing Sustainability Appraisals.
• Complete Housing and Economic Land Availability Assessments.
• Engage in networking and community engagement.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of standard IT packages

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education

Planning qualification accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute

Job description

Overview

Forward Planning Officer – Grade G

Salary £35,412 - £38,220 and 5% market supplement for 12 months

37 hours per week • Permanent

Hybrid working (office / remote)

Role context

Mid Devon District Council is preparing a new Local Plan that will bring forward new homes, jobs, community facilities and infrastructure to meet our needs while protecting a high quality natural environment. The Local Plan will have a key role in planning for economic growth, responding to the climate emergency and moving towards a net-zero carbon future. This is an exciting opportunity to help plan for the future of the district through a reformed plan making system, working in an attractive rural area close to the city of Exeter and within easy reach of the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks, Blackdown Hills National Landscape and the north and south Devon coasts.

Responsibilities

You will be working at a senior level and will have previously assisted with writing local plan policies, preparing Sustainability Appraisals, Housing and Economic Land Availability Assessments and other technical studies. You will have a proven track record of completing projects and a good understanding of the National Planning Policy Framework and planning guidance and the plan making process. The role will provide an opportunity to further develop experience across a range of projects, either leading these or providing support, and will involve networking and community engagement.

Qualifications and Requirements

The successful candidate will have drive and ambition, be resourceful, creative and able to work under pressure independently or as part of a small team. You will have good written and verbal communication skills, knowledge of standard IT packages. You will either hold or be working towards a planning qualification accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute and will need to be able to travel around the district.

Contact

For an informal discussion about the post, contact Tristan Peat, Forward Planning Team Leader on 01884 234344.