Planning officer ref 367743

Essential Employment; Yate; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A public planning agency in Yate seeks a professional with a degree in town planning to prepare examination evidence for the Local Plan. The role involves reviewing submissions, liaising with authorities, and participating in public hearings. Candidates should have significant experience in planning practice, especially housing policy, and the ability to work hybrid with at least one day in the office. Pool cars are provided if driving is necessary.

Qualifications

• Significant relevant experience in planning practice.
• Experience in preparing for Local Plan examinations.
• Understanding of planning policy and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare examination evidence matter statements.
• Review representations and formulate officer responses.
• Coordinate with external consultants for technical evidence.

Skills

Planning practice experience

Expertise in housing policy

Evidence preparation

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in town planning or equivalent

Job description

What you will be doing:

• You will prepare examination evidence matter statements that present the council’s position and approach to policies and allocations in the Submission Local Plan.
• It will be key for you to prepare main modifications and statements of common ground, liaising with adjoining authorities and government agencies to agree matters.
• You will review representations and examination evidence submitted by participants and formulate officer responses.
• You will participate as an expert witness at the Local Plan examination in public hearings.
• You will lead the commissioning and project management of external consultants and partners, producing technical evidence and supporting studies. You will also present at internal and external meetings, including senior officer and council meetings.

What we need from you:

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, such as town planning.
• Significant relevant experience in planning practice, especially related to housing policy, site allocations, and strategic sites.
• Experience in preparing for and giving evidence at Local Plan or Development Plan Document examinations.
• Eligibility or ability to work towards membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute.
• Understanding of planning policy and legislation relevant to local plan making.

Hybrid working with at least one day per week in the office at Badminton Road, Yate.

If driving is required, pool cars are available, and a valid driving license is necessary.

Note: Due to high application volumes, not all applicants will receive responses. We will contact you by phone if your CV progresses to the next stage.

If interested, please apply via our website with your CV or email it to [e-mail], quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment acts as an Employment Business and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Pre-employment checks, including references, may be required.

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