Sr Planning

**Sr Planning Policy Officer**

I am working with a Public Sector Organisation based in Powys who are looking for a Sr Planning Policy Officer for 3 months initially.

The role is full time, to start ASAP and paying up to £37.33 Umbrella per hour. The role is in scope of IR35.

**Job Purpose**

To professionally contribute to the preparation of relevant development plans and supplementary planning guidance.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- To take the lead on specific planning policy topic areas to include:

- Undertaking research and evidence gathering from a number of different sources both inside and outside the Council.
- Analysis of findings.
- Policy drafting.
- Appraisal and assessment of policies.
- To contribute towards the monitoring, review and formulation of planning policy.
- To represent the Authority at public examinations, inquiries and hearings.
- To prepare and present reports to Committees, working parties and any other relevant meetings.
- To contribute towards the monitoring of policies and proposals including the annual monitoring report.
- To advise on the proposals and policies of other bodies (internal and external).***

**Knowledge & Qualifications**
- Previous experience of Planning Policy.
- Experience of delivering excellent customer care.
- Experience of dealing with elected members, statutory consultees, the private sector and the wider community.
- A sound understanding of planning legislation and procedures
- IT literate.
- Ability to use GIS

Thank you

Priyanka Sharma (Eden Brown Synergy)

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.