Strategic Planning Policy Lead

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal Planning Policy Officer to lead planning policy initiatives. The successful candidate will manage strategic site allocations, work with external consultants, and engage with the community to deliver effective planning outcomes. Candidates should possess strong project management and communication skills, as well as a degree in a relevant field. The role offers flexibility, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to influence community development.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing support programs

Private health care options

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Paid volunteering days

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to analyse, interpret, and present evidence succinctly.
• Knowledge of Local Government practice and procedures.
• Ability to manage external consultants and understand the plan-making process.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a variety of planning policy matters.
• Manage the development of major and strategic site allocations.
• Engage with the community and support neighbourhood development plans.

Skills

Spatial planning policy experience

Effective communication

Project management

Organizational skills

IT skills with Microsoft products

Education

Degree in an appropriate discipline

Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (desirable)

Job description

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal Planning Policy Officer to lead planning policy initiatives. The successful candidate will manage strategic site allocations, work with external consultants, and engage with the community to deliver effective planning outcomes. Candidates should possess strong project management and communication skills, as well as a degree in a relevant field. The role offers flexibility, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to influence community development.