Town Planning Officer

Description

Senior Town Planning Officer Bradford / Hybrid

£50.00 per hour Umbrella

A local authority is seeking an experienced Senior Town Planning Officer to support the preparation, delivery and implementation of the District’s Local Plan and wider strategic planning priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and contribute to Local Plan documents, SPDs, Neighbourhood Plans and planning policy projects.

Lead on key policy areas including housing, employment, retail and environment.

Provide planning policy advice on development proposals, sustainability and planning obligations.

Prepare evidence and represent the Council at Examinations, Inquiries, Hearings and Appeals where required.

Monitor planning performance, legislation and policy changes, maintaining data and reporting systems.

Produce reports and briefings for committees, senior management and stakeholders.

Work with internal teams, regional partners and external organisations to support strategic planning objectives.

Requirements:

Strong experience in planning policy / Local Plan preparation.

Good knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy.

Experience within a local authority planning environment.

Excellent communication, report writing and stakeholder management skills. xjnqpsq

GIS/data management experience desirable.

We can only accept application from candidates that have the right to work in the UK

Ad ID: 5418353424