Principal Planning Policy Officer (Interim)

Position: Principal Planning Policy Officer   

Location: Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth, PO1 2AL

Start Date: ASAP       

Contract Duration: 12+ Months

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Pay Rate: £47.46 Per Hour

Job Reference: (phone number removed)

 

The Opportunity

Portsmouth City Council is seeking an experienced Principal Planning Policy Officer (Interim) to lead on key elements of the recently submitted Local Plan examination. This is a high-profile role offering the chance to influence the city’s development over the next fifteen years, with a focus on Biodiversity, Transport, and other critical planning policy areas. You will work closely with the Head of Planning Policy and mentor junior staff within a friendly, professional team of eight.