Senior Planning Policy Officer
CV-LibraryNN1, Northampton, West NorthamptonshirepermanentPosted: 4 June 2026
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£21.67 PAYE per hour
37 Hours Per Week
Initial 3-Month Contract with Potential Extension
We are seeking an experienced Senior Planning Policy Officer to support the delivery of a major Local Plan and its supporting evidence base. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with strong policy experience to contribute to shaping future growth, infrastructure, and sustainable development across a large and evolving area.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of the Local Plan and associated evidence base.
* Review Strategic Land Availability Assessment submissions and undertake site assessments.
* Complete site selection proformas and evaluate development suitability.
* Assess infrastructure capacity, constraints, and development impacts.
* Analyse responses from infrastructure providers and stakeholders.
* Contribute to the preparation of the Infrastructure Delivery Plan.
* Support policy development relating to neighbourhood and local centres.
* Assist with drafting planning policy documents and evidence reports.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, stakeholders, elected members, and external organisations.
Essential Requirements
* Degree qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
* Strong knowledge of planning policy, planning legislation, and national planning guidance.
* Experience of Local Plan preparation and policy development.
* Experience undertaking site assessments and evidence-based planning work.
* Excellent analytical, report-writing, and communication skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and work to demanding deadlines.
* Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
* RTPI membership or working towards professional accreditation is desirable.
Desirable Experience
* Strategic Land Availability Assessments (SLAA/SHELAA).
* Site selection methodologies and assessments.
* Infrastructure Delivery Planning.
* Participation in Local Plan examinations, inquiries, or committee meetings.
* Working within a local authority planning policy environment.
This role offers a mix of office and remote working and would suit a planning professional looking to make a significant contribution to a high-profile Local Plan programme
£21.67 PAYE per hour
37 Hours Per Week
Initial 3-Month Contract with Potential Extension
We are seeking an experienced Senior Planning Policy Officer to support the delivery of a major Local Plan and its supporting evidence base. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with strong policy experience to contribute to shaping future growth, infrastructure, and sustainable development across a large and evolving area.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of the Local Plan and associated evidence base.
* Review Strategic Land Availability Assessment submissions and undertake site assessments.
* Complete site selection proformas and evaluate development suitability.
* Assess infrastructure capacity, constraints, and development impacts.
* Analyse responses from infrastructure providers and stakeholders.
* Contribute to the preparation of the Infrastructure Delivery Plan.
* Support policy development relating to neighbourhood and local centres.
* Assist with drafting planning policy documents and evidence reports.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, stakeholders, elected members, and external organisations.
Essential Requirements
* Degree qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
* Strong knowledge of planning policy, planning legislation, and national planning guidance.
* Experience of Local Plan preparation and policy development.
* Experience undertaking site assessments and evidence-based planning work.
* Excellent analytical, report-writing, and communication skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and work to demanding deadlines.
* Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
* RTPI membership or working towards professional accreditation is desirable.
Desirable Experience
* Strategic Land Availability Assessments (SLAA/SHELAA).
* Site selection methodologies and assessments.
* Infrastructure Delivery Planning.
* Participation in Local Plan examinations, inquiries, or committee meetings.
* Working within a local authority planning policy environment.
This role offers a mix of office and remote working and would suit a planning professional looking to make a significant contribution to a high-profile Local Plan programme