Principal Planning Policy Officer

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Principal Planning Officer, where your expertise in strategic planning will shape the future of Birmingham. In this pivotal role, you will lead policy areas and collaborate with both public and private sectors to implement the Birmingham Local Plan. Your strong communication skills will be essential in engaging stakeholders and supporting the Planning Management Service. This position offers a hybrid working environment and the opportunity for continuous professional development within a supportive team. Don't miss the chance to make a meaningful impact in urban planning!

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic planning with the ability to manage diverse workloads.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to preparing and implementing the Birmingham Local Plan.
• Engage stakeholders in project development and delivery.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Effective Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Development

Education

Postgraduate or Degree in Town Planning

Chartered Membership of RTPI

Job description

Principal Planning Officer

Permanent

Grade 5 £41,511 - £49,764; Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Working hours: 36.5 hours per week

Location: Council House, Birmingham / Hybrid

Role Overview

As part of the Planning Policy team, you will contribute to preparing and implementing the Birmingham Local Plan and other statutory planning documents. You will be a key member of the strategic planning team, leading on policy areas and sites. Your role involves working in partnership with both the public and private sectors, engaging stakeholders in project development and delivery, and supporting the Planning Management Service in the planning application and appeals process.

Candidate Requirements

1. Experience in strategic planning with the ability to manage a diverse and challenging workload.
2. Effective communication skills with a wide range of people and organizations.
3. A commitment to continuous professional development.
4. Postgraduate or degree qualification in Town Planning or equivalent.
5. Chartered membership of RTPI or actively working towards it.

Additional Information

For informal inquiries, please contact Rebecca Brown, Planning Policy Manager, at [e-mail].

Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments section of your application; this is required for shortlisting. Applications without a CV will not be considered.

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer and is committed to employing, retaining, and developing all staff. We encourage applicants to inform us of any reasonable adjustments or support needed during the application process.

Internal mobility and development are prioritized. Applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be reviewed before external applications.

Interviews may be conducted face-to-face or virtually. Shortlisted candidates will receive further details.

We welcome applications from individuals with caring responsibilities. Flexible working options will be considered.

Proof of right to work in the UK is required before employment can be confirmed, in accordance with UK Home Office requirements. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) must hold a relevant Visa from UKVI.

See the job description and person specification for more details.

Note: Roles are advertised for a minimum of two weeks; however, due to high application volumes, vacancies may close earlier. We encourage prompt applications to ensure consideration.