Overview
Hyndburn is a great place to work. Over recent years we’ve established an impressive reputation as a Council with a strong sense of direction and an enviable record for improving services and getting things done. We now have an exciting opportunity to join our Planning Policy team.
Key Responsibilities
* Play a key role in shaping Hyndburn’s development plan, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, sustainable development across the Borough.
* Support the progression of the Local Plan 2040 through its final stages towards adoption in 2026, following its submission for examination in early 2025 and the completion of public hearing sessions.
* Contribute to the preparation of a new Local Plan under the reformed plan‑making system after adoption, ensuring the Borough continues to respond effectively to future development needs.
* Engage effectively with colleagues, residents, applicants, and elected members to advance planning policy.
Qualifications and Experience
* Highly motivated, qualified, and experienced planning professional with excellent communication skills.
* Strong understanding of current planning legislation and national policy.
* Experience in planning policy development or a policy‑focused role.
* Membership of the RTPI is desirable.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Generous annual leave.
* Professional development opportunities.
* Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Invitation
If you are passionate about delivering results and want a role where you can be part of a team that’s making a real difference, we would like to hear from you.
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