Principal Planning Policy Officer

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time

23 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

The Principal Planning Policy Officer will play a critical role in supporting Enfield Council as it advances the Local Plan through its Examination in Public (EiP) and beyond.

This seniorlevel position is essential to ensure that the Council meets its statutory obligations in preparing consulting on and delivering robust planning policies that shape the future development of the borough.

As Enfield moves through the EiP phase the role will be pivotal in providing highlevel policy input managing the Council s engagement with the Planning Inspectorate and responding to the complex and evolving requirements of the examination process.

The Principal Planning Policy Officer will be responsible for preparing technical evidence supporting Statements of Common Ground and liaising with key stakeholders including the Planning Inspectorate government agencies and the local community.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

This position will provide leadership within the Strategic Planning and Design team guiding junior officers and ensuring the Council s planning policies align with national and regional planning frameworks. The postholder will also ensure the delivery of sustainable development outcomes in line with Enfield s vision for growth rewilding housing provision and infrastructure delivery.

Given the high stakes of the Local Plan and its significance for the future of Enfield securing a Principal Planning Policy Officer is a strategic necessity to navigate the complexities of the Examination in Public and to continue the development of sound planning policies that will shape the borough s longterm future.

Providing highlevel policy advice and expertise on complex planning issues related to the Local Plan.

Leading the Council s response and representation at the Examination in Public including preparation of evidence and statements.

Managing consultation processes and engagement with key stakeholders including the Planning Inspectorate public agencies and local communities.

Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements regional and national planning policies and guiding the Council through the EiP process.

Leading a team of officers in the delivery of the Local Plan ensuring consistency accuracy and alignment with Council objectives.

This role is crucial to ensure that Enfield Council continues to meet its legal obligations and successfully progresses its Local Plan through examination delivering a framework that promotes sustainable development and meets the needs of the borough s future.

Essential Experience Required:

Experience of providing highlevel policy advice and expertise on complex planning issues related to the Local Plan is essential.

Essential Qualification Required:

General education qualification is essential.

Additional information to note:

Working hours: 36 hours per week.

Remote working is available.


The closing date for this position is 21st October 2024.







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