Principal Policy Planner

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD; Maidenhead; Presencial; GBP 68.000 - 97.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD is seeking a Principal Policy Planner for Maidenhead on a temporary basis. The role focuses on shaping and delivering the new Local Plan, leading key workstreams and building robust evidence to support high-quality, sustainable development for the Borough.

You will support the Planning Policy Manager, deputise when required, and mentor junior colleagues while taking ownership of specialist policy areas.

Formación

• Experience in planning policy development and delivery.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership working.
• Ability to guide junior colleagues and deputise for a Policy Manager.

Responsabilidades

• Lead workstreams to shape and deliver the Local Plan.
• Develop a robust evidence base to underpin sustainable development.
• Manage external consultants and contracts, ensuring timely delivery and value for money.

Conocimientos

Policy planning

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Descripción del empleo

Principal Policy Planner needed in Maidenhead

This is a temporary role and the rate is £60.00ph PAYE

The reference number is: 000B 728C / 1

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the new Local Plan, leading key workstreams and developing a robust evidence base that underpins high‑quality, sustainable development across the Borough. They will provide strong professional support to the Planning Policy Manager, deputising when required and guiding junior colleagues with clear direction and motivation, including taking ownership of at least one specialist policy area.

They will engage confidently with communities, stakeholders, Members and senior leaders, offering clear, sensitive and authoritative planning advice in a range of formal settings. They will manage external consultants to ensure timely, effective project delivery, work collaboratively with Duty to Cooperate partners, and oversee the day‑to‑day performance and financial monitoring of relevant contracts, ensuring all activity aligns with wider organisational priorities such as the Council Plan and Climate Strategy.

Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.