Principal Planning Policy Officer
Are you an experienced planning professional? We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Principal Planning Policy Officer to support the regeneration and renewal of the borough.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive the successful delivery of the Local Plan, including associated Area Action Plans and Supplementary Planning Documents.
- Ensure meaningful engagement with council divisions, elected members, statutory/non-statutory bodies, developers, and public stakeholders.
- Manage research and policy development projects, including overseeing consultants.
- Collaborate with cross-council teams to align with corporate objectives, focusing on infrastructure funding and delivery.
- Provide expert planning policy advice and deputize for the Planning Policy Manager.
- Lead and mentor a team of planners and senior planners.
- Key Qualifications & Skills:
- Planning qualifications and relevant planning policy experience, ideally within a London context.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing projects and teams.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay rate: £45-£55 per hour (negotiable)
- Hybrid working model
- Duration: Initial 6-month contract, with strong potential for extension.
To find out more information please contact Lily at
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.