District Council (Fully Remote)
£50+ per hour (DOE)
12-Month Contract

We are partnering with a District Council seeking an experienced Principal Planning Policy Officer to support the delivery of key planning policy priorities on a 12-month contract.

This fully remote opportunity offers the chance to take a leading role in progressing Local Plan preparation and wider strategic policy projects, working within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

The Role:

• Lead on Local Plan preparation, review, and progression
• Draft, review, and refine planning policy documents
• Manage and contribute to evidence base commissioning and analysis
• Oversee public consultations and stakeholder engagement
• Represent the Council at examinations, hearings, and member briefings
• Provide strategic planning advice to senior officers and elected members

About You:

• Significant UK Local Authority planning policy experience
• Strong working knowledge of the Local Plan process and examinations
• Confident operating at Principal level
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills
• MRTPI desirable

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive rate of £50+ per hour
• Fully remote working arrangement
• 12-month contract providing stability
• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile strategic policy work

If you’re an experienced planning policy professional looking for your next contract opportunity, we’d welcome a confidential conversation.

Contact me for more details on will.hussey@vividresourcing.com or 0161 470 5506