Principal Planning Policy Officer

Job Description

Job Description: Principal Planning Policy Officern

Location: MidlandsRate: £50–£55 per hourContract: Contract opportunityWorking Arrangement: Predominantly remote, with office attendance once a monthStart Date: Flexible – the client can wait up to two months for the right candidate

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We are seeking an experienced Principal Planning Policy Officer to support a local authority in the Midlands with its strategic planning and policy responsibilities.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a senior planning professional with strong experience in planning policy, local plan preparation and strategic development planning. The successful candidate will provide high-level policy advice, contribute to the development and delivery of planning policy documents, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to support the authority’s planning objectives.

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The role offers significant flexibility, with predominantly remote working and just one day in the office per month.

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The client is willing to wait up to two months for the right person, making this an attractive opportunity for candidates with existing commitments or notice periods.

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• Lead and support the preparation, review and implementation of local planning policy and strategic planning documents.

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• Contribute to Local Plan preparation, evidence gathering and policy development.

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• Provide expert advice on national planning policy, legislation and emerging planning guidance.

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• Coordinate and interpret evidence base studies to inform policy development and strategic decision-making.

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• Support consultations and stakeholder engagement with developers, neighbouring authorities, statutory consultees and the wider community.

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• Prepare clear, robust and evidence-based planning policy reports, recommendations and briefing papers.

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Reach me on will.hussey@vividresourcing.com or 0161 470 5506

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