Location
Woolwich, London

Hours
Full Time - 35 hours per week

Salary
£52,194 - £57,402 (depending on experience)

About the Role
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is undergoing a period of substantial change and growth. With one of the highest housing targets in London and Opportunity Areas identified for transformational change in Woolwich and Charlton Riverside, together with a New Town at Thamesmead, this is an exceptional opportunity to influence change in a key part of London.

Working within the Plan Making Team, you will play an essential role in the examination and adoption of Royal Greenwich’s new Local Plan. Reporting to the Head of Plan Making and Place Shaping, you will be responsible for leading a significant area of planning policy and proposed site allocations. Topics include housing, employment, infrastructure, town centres and managing the impacts of climate change. The role also includes supporting junior staff.

You will work with colleagues across the Council and key external stakeholders to help guide the Local Plan through its independent Examination in Public and ensure the adoption of a robust and up-to-date planning policy framework.

Experience
Proven track record in planning policy, including experience with the Examination in Public process. Ability to analyse and present information clearly and effectively.

About you
A talented individual with planning policy expertise, eager to tackle a wide remit of planning issues. Good communication skills and confidence in responding in a variety of situations. Effective team player able to work to tight deadlines.

Qualifications
Appropriate qualification in planning or a related discipline is required. A good understanding of current legislation, policy, guidance, and best practice in a London context is essential.