Our client is a Local Authority based in Oxfordshire and they require a Principal Planning Policy Officer to join them for a contract that will initially be offered for 6 months.
In this role you will lead on planning policy and research tasks that enable the successful delivery of the Local Plan and associated Area Action Plans and Supplementary Planning Documents. This means that you will lead on research, data analysis and public consultation in relation to planning policy matters, drafting policy documents and take an active role in responding to planning proposals submitted to the council.
Specifically you will take responsibility for leading on particular aspects or themes within the Plan which include:
• Contribute to the formulation and refinements of policy options and take a leading role in drafting an innovative strategy and suite of policies
• Lead the work on research, data analysis and evidence gathering required to inform the Oxfordshire Plan
• Work with the Communications and Engagement Officer to lead on community and stakeholder engagement and designing consultation events
You will ensure timely and meaningful engagement of other Council Divisions, elected members, statutory and non-statutory bodies, developers and public stakeholders in this processes. You will also have management of discrete research and policy development / drafting and projects, including management of consultants.
To apply for this role you will need a relevant degree level qualification and, ideally, professional accreditation. Recent experience in a policy planning role writing strategy and policy documents is essential and your knowledge of current planning legislation and guidelines will need to be fully up to date. You will need to be comfortable in a lead role and able to undertake team management duties when necessary.
This contract will initially be offered for 6 months though it could be extended beyond this and the rate offered is up to £40/hr (inside IR35) depending on your experiece. Our client is open to discussing hybrid working arrangements.
Please get in touch for further information including a copy of a JD.