At a Glance
- Tasks: Support research, evidence gathering, and stakeholder engagement for the new local plan.
- Company: Fenland District Council is focused on pro-growth initiatives and community development.
- Benefits: Salary range of £27,694 – £36,363 with opportunities for career growth in strategic planning.
- Other info: This role offers first-hand experience of complex planning processes in a growing district.
- Why this job: Join a collaborative team working on high-profile projects like Fens Reservoir.
- Qualifications: Motivated individuals looking to build experience in strategic planning are encouraged to apply.
The predicted salary is between 27694 - 36363 £ per year.
You will support work on a new local plan and other planning policy work, contributing to research, evidence gathering, consultation responses and stakeholder engagement. You will work closely with senior colleagues on high‑profile projects, including Fens Reservoir, gaining first‑hand experience of complex planning processes.
Fenland is a place that is growing and changing, with real opportunities to make a lasting difference. Our towns and villages are evolving, major investment is coming forward, and the decisions we take now will shape how Fenland develops for many years to come.
As a pro‑growth Council, we are preparing a new Local Plan under the reformed plan‑making system, alongside major initiatives such as the Fens Growth Triangle and nationally significant projects including Fens Reservoir. This is an exciting moment to help set a clear direction for the district and to plan positively for growth that supports our communities and economy.
We work with a strong One Council ethos, bringing together expertise from planning, communities, housing, transport and environmental services. These roles offer the opportunity to work across disciplines, collaborate with a wide range of colleagues and partners, and contribute to joined‑up solutions that shape places and deliver real outcomes for Fenland.
You will be part of a collaborative team and work across disciplines within the Council, supporting joined‑up thinking across planning, communities, housing, transport and environmental services. This role is well suited to a motivated individual looking to build experience, confidence and a career in strategic planning and major projects.
This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference – shaping projects of local, regional, and national significance and helping to deliver a sustainable future for our communities.
Planning Officer (Planning Policy) employer: Kirklees Metropolitan Council
Fenland District Council is located in Cambridgeshire and is dedicated to shaping sustainable communities. Employees benefit from a strong One Council ethos, collaborating across various disciplines to deliver impactful projects. The council is currently preparing a new Local Plan and engaging in significant initiatives like the Fens Growth Triangle.
Contact Details:
Kirklees Metropolitan Council Recruitment Team
