Planning Policy Consultant

12-Month Contract | Fully Remote | £45–£55 per hour

A Local Authority is seeking an experienced Planning Policy Consultant to support the delivery of a key stage in its Local Plan programme.

This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with a strong policy background to work on a fully remote basis while contributing to high-profile evidence-based planning work. The contract is expected to run for 12 months, with a likely start date in the next 4–6 weeks.

The Role

You will play a key role in the preparation and review of the authority's evidence base, supporting policy development and site allocation work. The position will involve significant analytical and assessment work, requiring a strong understanding of planning policy, Local Plan preparation, and the technical studies that underpin strategic planning decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake site assessments and evaluate land submissions for potential allocation within the Local Plan.
• Review and analyse evidence base documents, including housing, employment, transport, infrastructure, environmental and sustainability studies.
• Assess site suitability, availability, achievability and deliverability in line with national and local planning policy.
• Prepare technical reports, policy papers and recommendations to support plan-making decisions.
• Review consultation responses and technical submissions from developers, landowners and statutory consultees.
• Work closely with internal teams, consultants and stakeholders to ensure a robust and defensible evidence base.
• Support the progression of Local Plan documentation through key stages of preparation and examination.

If this interests you, please reach me on 0161 470 5506 or email your CV to [email protected]