Principal Planning Policy Officer
District Council (Fully Remote)
£50+ per hour (DOE)
12-Month Contract

We are partnering with a District Council seeking an experienced Principal Planning Policy Officer to support the delivery of key planning policy priorities on a 12-month contract.

This fully remote opportunity offers the chance to take a leading role in progressing Local Plan preparation and wider strategic policy projects, working within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

The Role:

• Lead on Local Plan preparation, review, and progression

• Draft, review, and refine planning policy documents

• Manage and contribute to evidence base commissioning and analysis

• Oversee public consultations and stakeholder engagement

• Represent the Council at examinations, hearings, and member briefings

• Provide strategic planning advice to senior officers and elected members

About You:

• Significant UK Local Authority planning policy experience

• Strong working knowledge of the Local Plan process and examinations

• Confident operating at Principal level

• Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills

• MRTPI desirable

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive rate of £50+ per hour

• Fully remote working arrangement

• 12-month contract providing stability

• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile strategic policy work

If you’re an experienced planning policy professional looking for your next contract opportunity, we’d welcome a confidential conversation.

Contact me for more details on [email protected] or 0161 470 5506