Planning Policy Team Leader

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council in London seeks a Planning Policy Officer to deliver high-quality services that support planning functions. The role involves collaboration with stakeholders, managing policy opportunities, and providing expertise on urban planning and climate initiatives. Join a dynamic team focused on achieving positive outcomes for the community and environment.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of urban planning and regeneration issues.
• Experience providing expertise on the climate emergency.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex planning policy expertise within planning services.
• Provide clear advice on statutory planning processes and monitor impacts.

Skills

Urban Planning

Project Management

Collaboration

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Job description

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• You will work with teams of professional officers in the delivery of policy and monitoring to support the functions of the planning service and be responsible for providing high-quality, outcomes-focused services that meet the needs of clients, including the Cabinet, committees, steering groups, other council teams, and elected members.
• You will be responsible for collaborating with local partners/stakeholders and other units/departments within the Council to identify and manage policy and monitoring opportunities that support the Council’s key objectives, linking these to the determination of planning applications, and the preparation and implementation of planning policies and guidance, projects, or other activities related to the town planning service.

Responsibilities

1. Deliver complex and specialised planning policy expertise within the planning services, including contributing to development management, planning policy, and planning-related projects, in accordance with recognised performance standards and delivery plans.
2. Contribute to decisions and recommendations regarding development management, planning policy, and planning projects that will impact the borough's development, environment, economy, and community. Conduct research, evaluation, and case work that influence land development value, development capacity, and delivery of council priorities such as affordable housing, with potential environmental impacts.
3. Provide clear and accurate advice on statutory planning processes and ensure the impacts of planning and transport policies are monitored and reported effectively, considering legal, reputational, and financial risks.
4. Support team collaboration with other professionals on climate emergency initiatives, transport planning, and related policies and projects, demonstrating project management skills and cooperation with colleagues and partners.
5. Promote innovation and service excellence to deliver the planning service effectively.
6. Undertake other duties commensurate with the responsibilities of the role.

Requirements

1. A degree in a relevant subject or a relevant professional qualification, with evidence of ongoing professional development and understanding of management principles gained through experience.
2. An in-depth understanding of urban planning and regeneration issues in a major city context, and how town planning contributes to these.
3. An understanding of equality issues specific to Southwark and inner London, including social exclusion challenges.
4. Experience providing expertise on the climate emergency.
5. Experience in strategic planning and decision-making at local and regional levels, working with diverse communities to analyze their needs and achieve positive outcomes.