Sustainable Places Planning Specialist

The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We dont just talk about diversity; we seek it embrace it and live it for the benefit of our staff our communities and our environment.

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Town Planner to provide additional technical leadership to our Sustainable Places Team. You will work as part of a team that engages with and influences local planning authorities planning decision-makers and developers to secure the best possible outcomes for people and the environment through growth.

• Provide technical planning expertise and guidance to the team and internal colleagues.
• Project manage our input into high-profile developments.
• Influence the preparation and review of Local Plans including relevant policies evidence base and infrastructure delivery plans.
• Mentor team members on external planning policies internal policies and procedures to ensure quality and consistency.
• Work as an integrated part of the team.
• Represent the Environment Agency as an expert-witness at appeals and inquiries.
• Develop professional relationships with stakeholders and customers internally and externally to influence environmental outcomes.
• Keep up to date on legislation / case law / best practice.
• Contribute to the internal Planning Specialist network and Spatial Planning Mentoring Hub.

Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Experience:

years

Vacancy: 1