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Planning Policy Team Leader

Job Posted: 8 hours ago

  • Salary: £ 55 - 55 / Hour

    Job Type: Temporary

  • Location: London

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Role Purpose You will work with teams of professional officers in the delivery of policy and monitoring to support the functions of the planning service and be responsible for the provision of highest quality, outcomes focused on the needs of clients including the Cabinet, committees, steering groups, other council teams and elected members. You will be responsible for working with local partners/stakeholders and other units/departments within the Council to identify and manage policy and monitoring opportunities that support the Council’s key objectives within defined areas and linking this to the determination of planning applications, preparation and implementation of planning policy and guidance, projects or other activities related to the town planning servicEResponsibilities  To deliver complex and specialised planning policy expertise within the planning services including contributing to expertise for development management, the preparation of planning policy, and delivery of planning related projects in accordance with recognised performance standards and delivery plan To contribute to decisions and recommendations regarding development management, planning policy, planning services and planning projects and activities that will have lasting effects on the development of the borough and impacts on the local environment, economy and community. The postholder will carry out research, evaluation and work on cases and projects with the potential to impact on the development value of land in the borough, the amount of development that can take place, the delivery of council priorities such as affordable housing and have major environmental impact To provide advice on the statutory planning process reaching high standards of clarity and accuracy and to ensure that the impacts of planning and transport policy and decisions are properly monitored and reported to demonstrate that they are effective in achieving the council’s aim The postholder will provide advice with the potential to impact on the legal, reputational and financial risks faced by the council. To support team working with other professional staff on climate emergency, transport planning decisions, planning and transport policy and projects demonstrating an understanding of project management fully cooperating with all relevant colleagues and partner organisations and in accordance with all relevant procedures. To contribute to innovation and promotion of service excellence so that all aspects of the service are delivered in the most effective way. To undertake other duties commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post. Requirements A degree in a relevant subject or a relevant professional qualification and evidence of continuing professional development with an understanding of management concepts, practices and principles gained through experience A in depth understanding of urban planning and regeneration issues in a major city context and how town and planning can contribute to this An understanding of the equalities issues in Southwark and equalities issues for the Council. This should include a practical understanding of the problems of social exclusion within an inner London borough. Experience in providing expertise on the climate emergency. Experience of strategic planning and decision making at a local and regional level, working with a diverse local community, analysing their views and needs to achieve a positive outcome

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