Senior Planning Officer - Policy

Senior Planning Officer

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council is looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual who has excellent negotiation and communication skills, as well as a flair for problem solving. You should be a RTPI accredited professional or have sufficient post‑qualification experience to be eligible for chartered membership of the RTPI and have experience working within a planning policy environment. You must also hold a full UK driving licence.

Working within the planning policy team, you will play an important role in the preparation of the Local Plan and other policy documents, including research, policy formulation and participation in consultation events and independent examinations. Changes in planning policy also present opportunities to work on strategies for growth at both the local and regional level. You will also be involved in the preparation of supplementary plans, masterplans and development briefs, providing advice on planning policy issues to a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders – including elected members, developers and government agencies.

Hours: 37 per week

Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 (pay award pending)

Contract: Full Time Permanent

Location: Hybrid working – from home and office:
Council House, Priory Road, Dudley

Workplace Attendance: Working in the office 3+ days a week (pro‑rated) or onsite full time

• Planning Services operate an agile working environment and offer flexible working time with the ability to accrue flexi‑time leave.
• Leave entitlement of 30 days, rising by 4 further days after 5 years continuous service.
• Season tickets for car parking facilities are provided along with mileage allowance.
• The service offers a supportive environment with the ability to experience a wide variety of work streams and application types within an experienced and diverse team. Continued professional development is a strong part of the planning services ethos and is actively encouraged.

Dudley MBC commits to diversity and inclusion, and all applications are treated fairly. The Council does not offer sponsorship for candidates without the right to work in the UK.