Strategic Policy Planner - Lead Local Development

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Dover; Hybrid; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Dover is looking for a Senior Policy Planner to join its Planning Policy and Projects team. This role involves managing planning policy projects, providing advice on applications, and collaborating with stakeholders. Required qualifications include a degree in town planning and 2-3 years of relevant experience. The council offers a supportive work environment and various employee benefits, including healthcare and a pension scheme. Hybrid working options are also available.

Benefits

Benenden Healthcare Membership

Local government pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Leisure centre discount

On-site parking

Cycle2Work scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years' experience in town planning.
• Understanding of planning legislation.
• Experience in preparing planning policy documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and policy development.
• Provide planning policy advice on applications.
• Attend external meetings and public hearings.

Skills

Town planning experience

Project management

Excellent report writing

Research and analysis skills

Good IT skills

Communication skills

Ability to build relationships

Education

Degree in town planning or relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A local government authority in Dover is looking for a Senior Policy Planner to join its Planning Policy and Projects team. This role involves managing planning policy projects, providing advice on applications, and collaborating with stakeholders. Required qualifications include a degree in town planning and 2-3 years of relevant experience. The council offers a supportive work environment and various employee benefits, including healthcare and a pension scheme. Hybrid working options are also available.