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Hatched Recruitment Group
Planning Policy Officer
Bradford, West Yorkshire
Contact Hatched Recruitment Group
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 9 days ago
- Salary
- £35 - 50 - Hour
- Recruiter
- Hatched Recruitment Group
- Closes
- 14 Jul 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Planning Policy Officer
A Local Authority is seeking an experienced Planning Policy Officer to support the delivery and implementation of its Local Plan on an initial 3-month contract.
This role will suit a planning professional with strong policy experience within a Local Authority environment and a solid understanding of planning legislation, Local Plans, and development management processes.
Working arrangements are ideally 2 days per week in the office (Tuesday and Thursday), although flexibility can be considered for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
* Contribute to the preparation, review, and implementation of Local Plan documents, Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs), and related planning policy work
* Support the delivery of planning policy projects including evidence gathering, monitoring, and reporting
* Provide planning policy advice and guidance to colleagues, stakeholders, and the public
* Prepare reports, policy documents, consultation responses, and supporting evidence
* Appraise development proposals against Local Plan policies, Government guidance, and planning considerations
* Support examinations, hearings, inquiries, and committee reporting where required
* Maintain and analyse planning performance and monitoring data using GIS and digital systems
* Work collaboratively with internal departments, external partners, and regional stakeholders to support strategic planning objectives
Requirements
* Previous experience working within a Local Authority xjnqpsq planning policy team is essential
* Strong knowledge of Local Plans, planning legislation, and policy development
* Experience preparing planning policy documents and supporting evidence
* Ability to manage workloads independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent written communication and report writing skills
* Experience using GIS systems and planning-related databases is desirable
* MRTPI qualification or working towards accreditation is desirable
Ad ID: 5418343693
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