Planning Policy Officer - Ref: EE03125

WMJobs; Walsall; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Walsall Council is looking for two Planning Policy Officers to help deliver the new Walsall Borough Local Plan. This vital role involves addressing key planning challenges, including climate change and enhancing the natural and built environment. Join a dynamic team as part of a £1.5 billion regeneration program to transform the region.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Blended working from home/office

Membership of Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave and flexi leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in the Planning profession.
• Good knowledge of planning legislation.
• Related qualifications and experience in ecology or heritage.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the new Walsall Borough Local Plan.
• Engage in ecological projects and national Biodiversity Net Gain requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the Planning Policy and Environment teams.

Skills

Understanding of planning legislation

Knowledge in ecology

Qualifications in heritage

Education

Degree in Planning or related field

Job description

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Walsall Council, Planning Policy Officer x 2 - Ref: EE03125

Salary G7 £32,654 - £37,035 per annum

Permanent full-time position.

This is an exciting time to join Walsall as we progress our new Walsall Borough Local Plan that will support the delivery of new housing, employment opportunities and sustainable infrastructure while addressing important planning related issues such as climate change, protecting and enhancing the natural and built environment and improving the health and well-being of our communities.

We are a multi award-winning council undergoing a significant £1.5 billion regeneration program which will transform the borough into a thriving destination.

Walsall is also a regional town with a rich history that is reflected in the quality and quantity of heritage assets across the borough and also benefits from a number of sites that have been designated for their habitat provision and broader ecological importance.

We are looking for two highly motivated individuals to join our Planning Policy and Environment teams which sit within the wider Planning & Building Control Service area.

You should be able to demonstrate relevant experience in the Planning profession and a good knowledge of planning legislation, or a related degree. We are particularly interested in candidates that already have related qualifications and experience in ecology or heritage to support our existing senior experts in this field to progress work on our new local plan, other large strategic projects and to support the recently introduced national Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements.

We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best staff and utilising all the talent and experience available. We recognise the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements that enable them to balance their working life with other priorities. Walsall Council also supports employee learning and career development.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working hours
• Blended working from home/office
• Membership of Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave and flexi leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays
  
  
  

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

For further information please call David Holloway, Planning Policy Manager on 01922 650874.

Closing Date for applications: 11 July 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 21 July 2025

View: Job Description and Employee Specification

This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

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