Senior / Principal Planning Policy Officer

1. £45–£55 per hour (Inside IR35)
2. Initial 6-Month Contract (Rolling)
3. Flexible Working – Office Attendance Once per Month

I’m currently working with a local authority in the South who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior / Principal Planning Policy Officer to support their planning policy function.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-regarded team and contribute to the development of key local plan workstreams in a flexible, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the preparation and development of Local Plans
• Undertaking site assessments as part of Land Availability Assessments (LAA)
• Contributing to evidence base and baseline work
• Working with and interpreting the emerging plan-making system and draft NPPF
• Preparing briefs and supporting procurement processes
• Supporting Sustainability Appraisal / Strategic Environmental Assessment (SA/SEA) where applicable

About You:

• Strong experience in planning policy within a local authority setting
• Proven experience with Local Plan preparation and evidence work
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Good working knowledge of GIS and strong IT skills
• Excellent attention to detail and time management

What’s on Offer:

• £45–£55 per hour
• Flexible working arrangement – just one office visit per month
• Initial 6-month contract with likelihood of extension
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking planning team

If you are interested please call me on 0161 470 5506 or email [email protected]