Principal Planning Policy Lead - Hybrid/Home Working

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority client seeks a Principal Planning Policy Officer for a 6-month rolling contract in Portsmouth. The successful candidate will lead the development of the local plan, managing all aspects of the plan-making process. Responsibilities include engaging with senior officials and ensuring the plan progresses effectively. The role offers flexible working arrangements with a pay rate of £55-£60 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Home working provided

Qualifications

• Experience with local plan through to critical consultation stage (Regulation 18 / 19).
• Detailed knowledge of local plan evidence and sustainability appraisals.
• Front table experience at examination in public or planning hearings.

Responsibilities

• Lead on delivering the new single supplier local plan service contract.
• Drive the preparation and drafting of spatial strategies and planning policies.
• Engage with senior officers on plan directions and key decisions.

Skills

Plan making

Plan evidence

Examination in Public

Programme and project management

Procurement and contracts

Leadership and management

Education

Post-graduate degree in planning or related discipline

Job description

A local authority client seeks a Principal Planning Policy Officer for a 6-month rolling contract in Portsmouth. The successful candidate will lead the development of the local plan, managing all aspects of the plan-making process. Responsibilities include engaging with senior officials and ensuring the plan progresses effectively. The role offers flexible working arrangements with a pay rate of £55-£60 per hour, based on experience.