Strategic Policy Planner - Lead Local Development (Hybrid)

Dover District Council; Dover; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Dover is seeking a Senior Policy Planner to join their Planning Policy and Projects team. The role involves leading projects in planning policy, preparing key policy documents, and engaging with the community. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years' experience in town planning, knowledge of planning legislation, and strong communication skills. This position offers a supportive work environment with hybrid working options and various employee benefits such as healthcare membership and generous leave provision.

Benefits

Healthcare membership

Local government pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Discount scheme at local leisure centre

On-site parking

Cycle 2 Work scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in town planning.
• Experience in preparing planning policy documents.
• Practical experience at examination or appeal hearings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Council’s Development Plan Documents.
• Provide planning policy advice on applications.
• Engagement with community and preparing neighbourhood development plans.

Skills

Town planning experience

Planning legislation knowledge

Report writing skills

Project management

Excellent communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A local government authority in Dover is seeking a Senior Policy Planner to join their Planning Policy and Projects team. The role involves leading projects in planning policy, preparing key policy documents, and engaging with the community. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years' experience in town planning, knowledge of planning legislation, and strong communication skills. This position offers a supportive work environment with hybrid working options and various employee benefits such as healthcare membership and generous leave provision.