At a Glance
- Tasks: Support key planning projects, draft policies, and engage with stakeholders.
- Company: Local authority in the South East with a focus on community development.
- Benefits: Hybrid working model, flexible hours, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and enhance your skills in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in local planning and policy-making.
- Qualifications: Strong experience in planning policy and local authority processes.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Oyster is working with a local authority in the South East that is looking for an experienced Principal Planning Officer to support on a key plan-making and planning policy project. This is a 6-month temporary opportunity, suited to someone who can start at short notice and bring strong experience in Local Plan preparation, evidence base review, policy drafting and member engagement. The role is offered on a hybrid basis, with an expectation of 1 day per week in the office.
The role will involve:
- Supporting complex work relating to the preparation of the Local Plan, including reviewing evidence base documents, drafting policies and guidance, analysing data, supporting statutory reporting, and helping shape policy responses following engagement.
- Presenting evidence in writing and in person, including at Examination in Public.
- Providing guidance and coaching to more junior members of the team.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Strong planning policy and plan-making experience, ideally within a local authority setting.
- Experience reviewing technical evidence and translating this into clear policy direction.
- Confidence drafting policies, justification text and planning guidance.
- Good understanding of Local Plan processes and statutory reporting.
- The ability to advise senior stakeholders and elected members clearly and confidently.
- Availability to start at short notice.
Principal Planning Officer in Hampshire employer: The Oyster Partnership
Oyster is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation within the local authority sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have opportunities to enhance your skills while contributing to impactful planning projects in the South East. The hybrid working model promotes a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to thrive both professionally and personally.
