Project officer (plan making) - spatial planning

Job Description

Project Officer (Plan Making) - Spatial Planning

Location: Croydon (Hybrid - 3 days WFH, 2 days onsite at Bernard Weatherill House)Contract: Temporary (3 months)Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday-FridayPay Rate: £23.27 per hour PAYE / £30.31 per hour Umbrella

Adecco are recruiting on behalf of Croydon Council for a Project Officer (Plan Making) to join their Spatial Planning team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the development of the Local Plan and support key planning policy projects within a dynamic local authority environment.

The Role

You will play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of the Local Plan and other spatial planning projects. This includes ensuring projects are delivered on time, to a high standard, and within budget, in line with the Local Plan Programme.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the production and review of the Local Plan and related policy documents
• Managing and coordinating project activities, including research and consultation processes
• Assisting with the preparation and presentation of Main Modifications for submission to Planning Inspectors
• Coordinating documentation for the Examination in Public, including maintaining the Examination library and webpage
• Providing support for additional hearing sessions
• Handling public enquiries, including sensitive or complex cases
• Supporting fee-earning spatial planning projects for the Council

Key Skills & Experience

• Basic project management experience
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Experience responding to public enquiries (including complex cases)
• Understanding of planning policy and spatial planning processes (desirable)

Why Apply?

• Hybrid working pattern offering flexibility
• Opportunity to contribute to a high-profile Local Plan review
• Gain valuable experience within a Local Authority planning team

If you are an organised and proactive individual with an interest in spatial planning and policy development, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV to be considered.

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