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Senior Planning Policy Officer

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 45,427 - 48,691 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Fleet, Hampshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Senior Planning Policy Officer
Salary: £45,427 - £48,691 (including £5,000 market supplement)
Location: Fleet, Hampshire
Working arrangements: Hybrid (Up to 80% home working)

Full-time (part-time considered) | Permanent

Hays is excited to be working with Hart District Council to recruit a Senior Policy Planner at a pivotal moment in the authority's planning journey. Hart is about to commence the development of its new Local Plan under the revised plan-making system, making this a particularly exciting time for a skilled planning professional to join the team and help shape the future of the district.

Located in North East Hampshire, Hart is a prosperous and growing district with a mix of rural and urban planning challenges. Consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the UK, Hart offers beautiful countryside, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community.

This role offers the chance to take ownership of planning policy projects, support the development of Hart's new Local Plan, and play a key role in shaping the district's future. You'll be joining a welcoming and collaborative team, with the opportunity to lead on key policy projects and contribute to strategic planning.

Why consider Hart District Council?

Strong Local Government Pension Scheme
Flexible working hours
Hybrid working policy, up to 80% home working
Generous annual leave allowance
Support for CPD and professional subscriptions
Free staff parking
Confidential employee advice and support programme
Promotion of a healthy work/life balance
A genuinely supportive and collaborative team environmentWhat you will bring 

Hart is seeking a motivated and capable planning policy professional with relevant post-qualification experience. The ideal candidate will have:
Good understanding of planning legislation, policy, and emerging national reforms
Experience leading planning projects and providing policy advice
Strong communication, research, and stakeholder engagement skills
A proactive and customer-focused approach
Experience of working collaboratively across teams
Confidence in presenting at public meetings and contributing to consultationsHow to Apply 
For more information, please contact Daniel Baker at Hays on (phone number removed), or apply via this advert.

Interviews will be held on site at Hart District Council Offices.

The Council will arrange interviews with suitable candidates as they apply, so please get in touch ASAP if you have any questions.

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