Principal Planning PolicyOfficer
Location:Benfleet
Contract: Temporary (19/08/202403/11/2024) Fulltime (37 hours per week)
WorkingStyle: Hybrid
Salary:
PAYE:43.91 per hour
Umbrella/Ltd: 55.00 perhour
IR35 Status: InsideIR35
About theRole
Castle Point Borough Councilis looking for a committed and seasoned Principal Planning PolicyOfficer to join their Development Services team. This role offersthe chance to guide and shape the planning policy framework in avibrant area that includes four towns and beautiful rurallandscapes.
KeyResponsibilities
Develop andImplement Planning Policies:
Create and reviselocal planning policies and strategies.
Alignwith national and regional planningguidelines.
Lead PolicyProjects:
Overseecomplex planning policy projects from start tofinish.
Conduct public consultations and engagewith essentialstakeholders.
DataAnalysis andReporting:
Performindepth research and data analysis to inform policymaking.
Generate comprehensive reports andpresentations for council sessions and externalparties.
Collaborate andAdvocate:
Collaboratewith the Development Control team to ensure adherence topolicies.
Represent the Council at publicinquiries andhearings.
Provide ExpertAdvice:
Give expertplanning policy advice to council members and thepublic.
Guide and assist junior planningofficers in the department.
IdealCandidate
The ideal candidatewill have:
EducationalBackground:
A degreein planning or a relateddiscipline.
ProfessionalQualifications:
Preferablya Licentiate or full membership of the Royal Town PlanningInstitute (RTPI).
Remote Work :
No