Principal Planning Policy Officer

Carrington West; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Planning Policy Officer to support the preparation of a new Local Plan. This role involves leading the development and review of Local Plans, managing research projects, and collaborating with external consultants on sustainability assessments. The position offers flexible working arrangements, including remote work options, making it an attractive opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in planning policy. If you have a strong background in planning and are ready to hit the ground running, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position is necessary.
• Eligibility for membership of RTPI is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of Local Plans and Supplementary Planning Documents.
• Project manage research projects for planning policy documents.
• Prepare responses to National Planning documents and assist in public inquiries.

Skills

Planning Policy

Project Management

Sustainability Appraisals

Environmental Appraisals

Research Skills

Education

Post-graduate degree in planning or related discipline

Job description

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the Home Counties in the search for a Principal Planning Policy Officer on an initial 6-month contract, then rolling - Offered on a remote basis.

The post holder will be required to deal with a wide range of complex technical work to support the preparation of a new Local Plan.

Main duties will include:

1. Take a leading role in the preparation, monitoring and review of the Council's Local Plans and Supplementary Planning Documents as set out in the Local Development Scheme and subsequent revisions/updates to that document.
2. Carry out, and/or project manage, research projects to support the development and implementation of planning policy documents in liaison with other officers and any relevant outside organisations. Consider and progress opportunities for partnership working with neighbouring local authorities on technical studies.
3. Work with external consultants, where necessary, assist in the carrying out of Sustainability Appraisals and Strategic Environmental Appraisals of emerging policy documents.
4. Prepare responses to consultation drafts of National Planning documents, legislation and good practice guidance reporting to Committee as appropriate.
5. In respect of development proposals, assist Development Management Officers, including in the preparation of evidence for planning appeals and supporting or giving evidence at public inquiries as necessary.
6. Prepare supporting statements and as required, participate in Local Plan Examinations in Public.
7. Prepare and present reports to Committees, Panels and the Executive on a range of matters.

Experience in a similar position is necessary. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI.

The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering flexible working arrangements with home working provided.

Carrington West Pay Rate - £55per/hour
Job Ref - 57765

Please call Cameron de Wit on 02393 876014 for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat:
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