Professional Lead - Strategic Planning

Powys County Council; Llandrindod Wells; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Wales is seeking a Professional Lead – Strategic Planning to drive strategic initiatives fostering a sustainable future. You will lead efforts towards achieving Net Zero, develop planning policies, and coordinate responses to climate emergencies. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in strategic planning and excellent leadership skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the community. This role requires a Standard DBS Check.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic planning and programme management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of climate emergency response initiatives and planning policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a strategic programme of transformation towards Net Zero.
• Coordinate the council's response to the climate emergency.
• Develop and implement planning policies in accordance with the corporate vision.

Skills

Strategic planning

Programme management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

About the role:

Powys County Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Professional Lead – Strategic Planning. This role is pivotal in steering a strategic programme aimed at achieving Net Zero and addressing the council's climate emergency response. You will also be responsible for developing planning policies that align with our corporate vision and overseeing place planning initiatives, including the Welsh Government's Transforming Towns initiative. This position focuses on our Stronger, Fairer, Greener transformation delivery programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a strategic programme of transformation towards Net Zero.
• Coordinate the council's response to the climate emergency.
• Develop and implement planning policies in accordance with the corporate vision.
• Oversee the delivery of place planning and contribute to the Welsh Government's Transforming Towns initiative.
• Establish effective governance for the strategic planning team.
• Ensure projects deliver the required outcomes within defined quality, time, and cost constraints.
• Achieve the full realization of benefits as outlined in business cases.

About You:

• Proven experience in strategic planning and programme management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of climate emergency response initiatives and planning policies.
• Ability to deliver complex projects within tight deadlines and budget constraints.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

What You Will Do:

• Drive the strategic vision of the council towards a Stronger, Fairer, Greener future.
• Lead a dedicated team to deliver impactful projects that align with our corporate goals.
• Ensure all projects meet high standards of quality, time, and cost efficiency.
• Foster a collaborative environment to achieve the best outcomes for the community.

Join us in making a significant impact on our community and environment. Apply now to be part of our strategic vision for a sustainable future.

This position has a requirement for a Standard DBS Check.

Service: Economy and Climate