Principal Policy Planner

Principal Policy Planner x2

1 for Rail dept, 1 for Infrastructure dept

Initial 4 month contract – likely to be extended

Hybrid working – 2 days in office, 3 days at home

Cambourne

Essential criteria

• Degree or equivalent.

• Post graduate degree or equivalent in town planning.
• Post qualification work experience in a professional office in the field of town planning (Plan making) and infrastructure at Principal, Team Leader or Manager level (or equivalent).
• The ability to manage a project from inception to completion, including working with stakeholders and partners to deliver a project on time and within budget to a satisfactory quality.
• To represent the service as required at meetings with outside bodies and to present reports and officer advice to Members at relevant committees.
• To prepare reports to Cabinet / Scrutiny Committee and/or to Lead members.
• Ability to drive to attend site visits and meetings, and holder of a full and valid current driving licence.

Experience

• Proven experience of leading on planning policy projects, including the commissioning and leading on the preparation of evidence base and Development Plan Documents.
• A comprehensive understanding of Community Infrastructure Levy and S106 legislation, as well as other legislation and policy relevant to infrastructure planning and delivery, including emerging Government proposals.
• The ability to deal with major and complex planning policy matters, in relation to the preparation of infrastructure and viability related projects.
• The ability to conduct and manage multiple infrastructure work streams and to analyse, interpret and summarise large amounts of information.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on planning strategies, policies, and regulations, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Recent and demonstrable experience of working with external partners, statutory bodies, elected members and developers/house builders.
• Strong project management skills, including recent experience of managing complex projects and using project management tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.

We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Policy Planner looking for new employment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.