At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead site allocations and collaborate with landowners and developers for the Local Plan.
- Company: Join a dynamic Planning Policy Team making a real impact in Sefton.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities to mentor junior team members.
- Other info: Supportive environment with opportunities for career growth and training.
- Why this job: Shape the future of Sefton while enhancing your negotiation and leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Strong negotiating skills and experience in planning or policy roles.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Overview
This is a critical role within the Planning Policy Team as it embarks on the new Local Plan for Sefton.
You will lead on ensuring that site allocations are deliverable and will be expected to work closely with landowners and developers who are promoting land for development within the Local Plan.
You will liaise with internal and external departments and organisations to ensure sites can be supported by necessary services and infrastructure at the appropriate time.
You will also provide ad-hoc support to the wider Planning Department and wider corporate programmes and support development management colleagues as they assess major proposals.
This role requires someone who has excellent negotiating skills, can express themselves confidently and professionally, can anticipate needs and an organised approach to managing different priorities.
You will also expect to provide support to and develop junior members of the team and provide training where appropriate.
- Lead on ensuring that site allocations are deliverable and work with landowners and developers promoting land within the Local Plan.
- Liaise with a range of internal and external departments and organisations to ensure sites can be supported by necessary services and infrastructure at the appropriate time.
- Provide ad-hoc support to the wider Planning Department and corporate programmes and support development management colleagues as they assess major proposals.
- Demonstrate excellent negotiating skills, clear and professional communication, and an organised approach to managing priorities.
- Provide support to and develop junior members of the team and provide training where appropriate.
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Principal Policy Officer (Delivery) employer: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
As a Principal Policy Officer in the Planning Policy Team, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment that values collaboration and professional growth. Our commitment to employee development is reflected in our training opportunities and mentorship for junior team members, ensuring that you can thrive in your role while contributing to meaningful projects that shape the future of Sefton. With a focus on delivering impactful local plans, we offer a unique chance to engage with diverse stakeholders and make a tangible difference in the community.
Contact Details:
Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Recruitment Team
