Planning Policy Officer
North East
£40-45 p/hour
Working Pattern: Flexible / Hybrid working available
Job Ref - 64643
A Local Authority in the North East is looking to appoint an experienced Planning Policy professional to support the preparation of its emerging Local Plan on an initial 6-month contract basis, with strong potential for extension.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the authority at a pivotal stage of plan-making, as work progresses on a full Local Plan review through to the 2040s. The team is now moving into early policy drafting and evidence gathering ahead of upcoming Regulation 18 consultation work.
The role
- Supporting the preparation and progression of the emerging Local Plan
- Assisting with policy drafting and evidence base production
- Contributing towards Regulation 18 consultation preparation
- Working on strategic growth, regeneration, employment delivery and town centre renewal priorities
- Liaising with internal departments, stakeholders and external consultants where required
- Supporting the delivery of a long-term planning vision for the borough through to the 2040s
This role would suit an experienced Planning Policy Planner looking to play a key role in shaping a new-generation Local Plan within a forward-thinking authority.
Please Ryan at Carrington West for a confidential discussion on this role, or email if you are short of time to chat.
02393876226 / 07734767719 - [email protected]
Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role is not quite right for you, but you are keen to discuss other Planning opportunities, please still feel free to get in touch regarding unadvertised roles.
