Planning Policy Officer in Bradford

Job Description

Planning Policy Officer\n\nA Local Authority is seeking an experienced Planning Policy Officer to support the delivery and implementation of its Local Plan on an initial 3-month contract.\n\nThis role will suit a planning professional with strong policy experience within a Local Authority environment and a solid understanding of planning legislation, Local Plans, and development management processes.\n\nWorking arrangements are ideally 2 days per week in the office (Tuesday and Thursday), although flexibility can be considered for the right candidate.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n* Contribute to the preparation, review, and implementation of Local Plan documents, Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs), and related planning policy work\n\n* Support the delivery of planning policy projects including evidence gathering, monitoring, and reporting\n\n* Provide planning policy advice and guidance to colleagues, stakeholders, and the public\n\n* Prepare reports, policy documents, consultation responses, and supporting evidence\n\n* Appraise development proposals against Local Plan policies, Government guidance, and planning considerations\n\n* Support examinations, hearings, inquiries, and committee reporting where required\n\n* Maintain and analyse planning performance and monitoring data using GIS and digital systems\n\n* Work collaboratively with internal departments, external partners, and regional stakeholders to support strategic planning objectives\n\nRequirements\n\n* Previous experience working within a Local Authority planning policy team is essential\n\n* Strong knowledge of Local Plans, planning legislation, and policy development\n\n* Experience preparing planning policy documents and supporting evidence\n\n* Ability to manage workloads independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment\n\n* Excellent written communication and report writing skills\n\n* Experience using GIS systems and planning-related databases is desirable\n\n* MRTPI qualification or working towards accreditation is desirable