At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Planning Policy Team, managing resources and budgets for Local Plan delivery.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on statutory planning policy work and local governance.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £62,112 with permanent employment status.
- Other info: Interim appointment lasting approximately 4 months from August 2026.
- Why this job: Opportunity to lead a team of 8 in shaping local planning policies.
- Qualifications: Chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute required.
The predicted salary is between 62112 - 62112 £ per year.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the work, resources and budget of the Planning Policy Team including the Local Plan budget.
- Responsible for ensuring delivery of all statutory work of the team, including the Local Plan and other planning documents, annual monitoring, returns to Government, input into planning application decisions and appeals and other statutory policy work e.g. habitat regulations nutrient neutrality and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG).
- Be aware of and make constructive use of new technology solutions for plan making and other policy work.
Dimensions of the role:
- Lead and manage a team of around 8 people.
- Manage both Planning Policy Team and Local Plan budgets.
What you'll need to succeed:
- Specialist qualifications and experience in Town Planning and chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute.
- Extensive experience of leading a team of planning professionals.
- Extensive experience of leading on Local Plan preparation and examination, acting as an expert witness and senior planning expert at public examination, planning inquiries and to committees.
- Ability to plan and manage highly complex, statutory and technical planning policy workload and adapt to changing circumstances and use of technology.
- Personal qualities, knowledge, skills experience and attributes as set out in the general job role profile and Planning Policy Manager specific addendum.
Starting salary: £62,112 (pro rata for part-time colleagues)
Employment type: Permanent position. Interim appointment (approximately 4 months from August 2026).
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
Planning Policy Manager employer: BCP Council
BCP Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. With a clear pay structure and opportunities for professional growth, you can truly make a difference in the lives of children and young people while enjoying benefits like flexible working and wellbeing support. Join us in shaping innovative services and be part of a team that values collaboration and continuous development.
