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Principal planning Policy Officer

Employer
Matchtech
Location
England, Essex
Salary
£50.00 - £55.00 per hour
Closing date
1 Dec 2024
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Contract Type
Contract
Hours
Full Time
Discipline
Policy and Strategy
Function
Planner
Sector
Other Public sector
Seniority
Specialist / Consultant
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Job Details




Our client, is currently seeking a Principal Planning Policy Officer on a contract basis to contribute to the development of the local plan.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Reviewing and interpreting complex evidence base documents to formulate policies that respond to the outcomes of that evidence.
  • Conducting complex analysis of data and information to create evidence that supports plan making and decision taking, including statutory reporting.
  • Advising members on the options and challenges they need to address through the local Plan and incorporating their feedback into policies.
  • Drafting policies and their justifications.
  • Creating planning guidance.
  • Reviewing engagement outcomes and adjusting policies accordingly.
  • Presenting evidence in writing and in person in respect of the plan, including appearing at the Examination in Public (EiP) for the plan.
  • Coaching junior members of the team.


Job Requirements:

  • Experience in planning policy within the high technology and planning sector.
  • Excellent analytical skills to interpret complex data and evidence.
  • Strong ability to draft and justify planning policies.
  • Competence in providing sound advice and incorporating feedback into policy development.
  • Capability to present evidence effectively in both written and verbal forms.
  • Experience in coaching and mentoring junior team members.


Benefits:

  • Opportunity to play a key role in developing significant planning initiatives.
  • Engagement in challenging and complex work within the planning sector.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.



If you are an experienced planning policy professional looking for a new contract opportunity, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dynamic team in contributing to the local Plan.

Company

Matchtech is a leading global technical and engineering recruitment specialist, with over 30 years’ experience in successfully matching job-seekers with hiring employers across a range of industries. 

Our Town Planning team has over 20 years’ experience recruiting to the sector. Our specialist, dedicated consultants are perfectly placed to support our candidates in finding them the right position and to help our clients source the best people for their organisation. We take pride in delivering the highest levels of service and appreciate the importance of understanding the needs of our candidates and clients.

We are passionate about quality and work to the most rigorous standards in the recruitment industry. Our goal is to always exceed the expectations of our customers by providing the best delivery and the highest quality service possible.

Company info
Website
Telephone
01489 898989
Location
Gattaca
1450 Parkway,
Solent Business Park,
 Fareham,
Hampshire,
PO15 7AF
GB
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