Planning Officer   Salary Range: £25,485 - £35,607 (Career Graded)
    

We are looking for an experienced policy planner to join the high-performing team at Leicestershire County Council as we start the review of our Minerals and Waste Local Plan.
  
The County is one of the principal producers of minerals in the country and the delivery of these raw materials and waste infrastructure will be fundamental in achieving the County’s growth agenda. We will be delivering over £600 million of infrastructure to support thousands of new homes and millions of square metres of employment over the next 30 years.
  
Your role will be varied and interesting including research and analysis to build an evidence base to support our new Plan. You will be involved in drafting parts of the local plan; carrying out community and stakeholder consultations and analysis of results; presenting evidence at examination; and providing advice to the stakeholders on a range of planning policy matters.
  
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a high level of organisation. The post is career graded and we are looking to recruit a candidate with prior experience of plan making. The right candidate will be given the opportunity to be involved in other aspects of County planning, such as site monitoring and development management.
  
The position offers excellent prospects for career development. You would be joining a friendly team in a progressive authority that is passionate about its people and would invest in your development. The County Council is supportive of flexible working arrangements with the potential for remote working.  
  
Essential Requirements:

• Relevant qualification or experience
• Recent experience of plan making
• Knowledge and interest in mineral and/or waste planning matters
• An ability to prepare or commission evidence to support the strategic planning process
• Ability and aptitude to represent the County Council at outside meetings
• Ability to manage and prioritise workloads
• Good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills

  
Please see the job description and person specification which are attached further down on this page.   For informal enquires please contact Oliver Meek, Tel: 0116 305 7041.