Senior Planner

DescriptionIpswich Borough Council – Address: Grafton House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2DE • Salary: 34721 - 36072 per annum pro rata • Hours: 29.6 hours per week • Contract: Permanent required as soon as possible • Reference: 0507About IpswichIpswich Borough Councils Planning Department is looking for a motivated ambitious Senior Planner to join our Planning Policy Team. An exciting opportunity to join us at the start of Local Plan making journey under the new plan-making system.About the roleThe role primarily involves the preparation of evidence base studies, monitoring, and supporting the preparation of the next Ipswich Local Plan which is due to commence in 2025 - 2026. By joining us now you will play a key role from the very beginning.There is also significant opportunity to work collaboratively with neighbouring local authorities and Suffolk County Council on strategic planning matters. This role will allow you the opportunity to further develop your skill set, providing analysis and working to support other officers, report writing, project management, the opportunity to write guidance to expand on planning policy and to get involved in helping to deliver allocations by working with developers and site owners as well as input into master-planning larger sites.In addition the role will also afford the opportunity to work closely with the Council’s busy Development Management team.About youWe're looking for a motivated and proactive person with a relevant degree or post graduate diploma or an NVQ Level 6 qualification in planning or a relevant field.Ideally you will have previous Local Plan making experience.Given the increased housing numbers and emphasis for growth nationwide we are looking for a candidate with experience of or keen interest in housing as a topic area. Further to support a future Examination in Public we are keen to ensure candidates are members of the RTPI.Effective project management skills and a genuine passion for improving our built environment are a must. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with key stakeholders are essential.Why work for usYour hard work will be rewarded with a fantastic benefits package including:a career average pension schemegenerous holiday entitlement of 26 days (increasing to 32 days after five years of service)full payment of annual RTPI membership subscriptionsfree swimming and gym membershipflexibility to work from home and in the officeexcellent travel benefits including free travel on Ipswich Buses discounts on Greater Anglia rail season and flexi-season ticketsaccess to a cycle-to-work schemesubsidised parking in Ipswich Borough Council car parks for work and leisureWe’re all about growth so personal and professional development opportunities abound. Plus we’ve got a supportive Employee Assistance Program to help you along the way.Join our vibrant team for hybrid working and seize the chance to shape Ipswich’s future. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a growing department that’s making Ipswich an even better place to liveHow to applyPlease submit your application by visiting our recruitment website.Closing date : 11.55pm 25 December 2025.The selection process will involve a prepared exercise (which will be sent to you if you are selected for interview) involving a presentation to the Interview Panel. Interviews are proposed to take place week commencing 12 January 2026 at Grafton House Ipswich.Please note CVs are not accepted.Required Experience & Key SkillsSenior ICKey SkillsPresentation SkillsSix SigmaConstruction EstimatingEarned Value ManagementEmergency ManagementJoint OperationsProduction PlanningProject PlanningStrategic PlanningMicrosoft ProjectAuto EstimatingExercise PlanningEmployment Type : Part-TimeExperience : yearsVacancy : 1Yearly Salary : 34721 - 36072 #J-18808-Ljbffr