Planning, Policy and Implementation Manager

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Job Description

Salary: £61,425 - 72,975 per annum

Grade H

Permanent Contract

37 Hours per Week

The Strategic Planning team at Thurrock Council is central to shaping the borough's future, ensuring the delivery of statutory planning functions, and driving forward the council's vision for sustainable growth and regeneration. The department plays a key role in developing and implementing the Local Plan, ensuring compliance with national policy and legislation, and enabling Thurrock to meet the needs of its residents, businesses, and developers. With a focus on innovation, place-shaping, and environmental sustainability, the team ensures Thurrock is a great place to live, work, and invest.

Job Role and Main Responsibilities

As the Planning Policy and Implementation Manager, you will:

• Lead the development, review, and implementation of the Council's Local Plan and associated statutory planning documents.
• Oversee strategic planning initiatives, ensuring they add value to place-shaping and align with the council's goals.
• Incorporate environmental planning functions into the Local Plan and Development Management service.
• Provide leadership, management direction, and inspiration to the team under the guidance of the Head of Strategic Planning and the Chief Planning Officer.
• Ensure that the planning service meets performance requirements, responds effectively to legislative changes, and aligns with the recommendations of the Planning Advisory Service (PAS) review.
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to ensure positive outcomes for residents and developers, supporting economic growth and sustainable development in Thurrock.

Key Experience and Skills Required

• Strong leadership and management experience, with the ability to inspire and direct teams.
• Extensive knowledge of statutory planning functions, including Local Plan development and implementation.
• Experience in strategic planning and environmental planning functions.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and meet performance targets.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.
• A proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving and service delivery.
• Understanding of national planning policy, legislation, and emerging trends.

Essential Qualifications

• A degree in Town Planning, Urban Design, or a related field.
• Membership in the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or eligibility for membership.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check

A DBS check is not required for this role.

Advert Closing Date:

• Internal & External: 2nd February 2025

Interview Date: TBC

If you're ready to take the lead in creating a planning service that delivers for everyone, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now and help us build a thriving, sustainable future for Thurrock. Please contact Ashley Baldwin for any questions.

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About Us

Why Thurrock?

Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.

Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.

This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.

Our location

Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents.

We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes.

Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.

Staff benefits

We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.

Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification.

We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.

For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council