At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people s lives. A great opportunity to work autonomously in transport policy working on both the regional and local platform. You will have a key role in shaping the transport policy across the West of England area and with Bath & North East Somerset at a time where transport policy and travel behaviours are key in achieving our climate emergency objectives. Your primary role will be to shape and support the New Local Plan, reviewing existing policies, assessing potential sites, developing transport mitigations focusing heavily on promoting and maximising active travel modes. This role requires great interpersonal skills, ability to work across disciplines, critical analysis and quick thinking. It is expected that the suitable applicant will be familiar with Plan Making and demonstrable skills in maintaining our close, supportive and collaborative relationship with planning colleagues. Your main place of work will be the award-winning, modern Civic Centre in Keynsham, halfway between Bath and Bristol, easily accessible via car or public transport, with a train station 5 minutes walk away. Interested to find out more? If you are interested in this post and require more details after reading the job description or just to chat through the role and what s involved please contact Claire Cornelius, Transport & Developments Manager, on 01225 394338. Interview date: 20/1/25 About Bath & North East Somerset Council. Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services. Why Bath & North East Somerset Council? We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW