Graduate Planning Policy Officer / Planning Policy Officer
Salary: £39,462 – £42,019 (including £2,500 market supplement)
Location: Fleet, Hampshire
Working arrangements: Hybrid (Up to 80% home working)
Full-time (part-time considered) | Permanent
Hays is excited to be working with Hart District Council to recruit a Policy Planner at a pivotal moment in the authority’s planning journey. Hart is about to commence the development of its new Local Plan under the revised plan-making system, making this a particularly exciting time for a planning professional to join the team and help shape the future of the district.
Located in North East Hampshire, Hart is a prosperous and growing district with a mix of rural and urban planning challenges. Consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the UK, Hart offers beautiful countryside, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community.
This role is protected from changes under Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation, ensuring stability and continuity. You’ll be joining a welcoming and collaborative team, with the opportunity to contribute to key policy projects and gain valuable experience in strategic planning.
Why consider Hart District Council?
• Strong Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working policy, up to 80% home working
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Support for CPD and professional subscriptions
• Free staff parking
• Confidential employee advice and support programme
• Promotion of a healthy work/life balance
• A genuinely supportive and collaborative team environment
What you will bring
Hart is seeking a motivated and capable candidate, either a recent graduate or someone with some post qualification experience.
The ideal candidate will have:
•An RTPI-accredited qualification or equivalent experience, with eligibility for MRTPI
•Good understanding of planning legislation, policy, and guidance
•Strong research, data analysis, and ICT skills
•Ability to write clearly and concisely, and present information logically
•A proactive and customer-focused approach
•Experience supporting planning policy work and contributing to consultations
•Desire to become a full RTPI member and commitment to professional development
This role offers the chance to support the development of Hart’s new Local Plan, contribute to a wide range of planning policy work, and grow within a supportive and forward-thinking team.
How to Apply
For more information, please contact Daniel Baker at Hays on 07545 546 986, or apply via this advert.
Interviews will be held on site at Hart District Council Offices.
The Council will arrange interviews with suitable candidates as they apply, so please get in touch ASAP if you have any questions.
