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    Strategic Planner - United Kingdom - Greater London Authority (GLA)

    Greater London Authority (GLA)
    Greater London Authority (GLA) United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Good Growth Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor's environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work.

    About the role The roles are in the Development Management team in Planning and Regeneration where you will be part of a high quality strategic planning service dealing with a wide variety of applications with competing priorities. You will be assessing planning applications that are referred to the Mayor and you will understand how to apply the London Plan in a pragmatic and sensible way that encourages and delivers the Mayors objectives. We are recruiting for 2 positions. 1 fulltime permanent position and a fulltime fixed term position ending on 7 June 2025. What your day will look like Your job will involve a wide range of duties including:
    • Attending meetings with developer teams and boroughs to discuss forthcoming strategic developments across London assessing applications referred to the Mayor and preparing written reports for presentation to the Mayor and Deputy Mayors at the Mayors weekly planning meeting Working collaboratively with other teams across the GLA including viability, the Design Unit and the Place Unit, TfL, Environment and London Plan teams Engaging with London boroughs and applicants to ensure delivery of Good Growth ambitions
    Skills, knowledge and experience To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:
    • A detailed knowledge and understanding of national, regional and London strategic planning and development issues and relevant legal processes You will be expected to present reports to the Mayor and Deputy Mayors directly so you will need excellent, written and verbal communication skills. You will also need exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to work successfully with a range of internal and external stakeholders. You will have a degree/post graduate qualification in planning or equivalent with eligibility for RTPI membership. You will also have demonstrable post-qualification experience in dealing with sensitive planning issues.
    Assessment process Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel. If shortlisted you'll be invited to an interview. The interview date is to be confirmed. Equality, diversity and inclusion London's diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share. Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required. GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days' annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme. Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening. Job Description Principal accountabilities Assist with (i) spatial strategies: development, monitoring and review of the Mayor's strategies, especially the spatial and economic development, housing and transport strategies; (ii) processing strategic planning application referrals and negotiating Section 106 agreements; (iii) conformity monitoring and advice on borough development plan documents, local plans and associated local plan-making statutory and supplementary planning documents; (iv) the production of Opportunity Area Planning Frameworks; Briefings and reports for the Mayor, Assembly and other organisations on planning and spatial development issues. Assist in the design, management and completion of relevant policy development projects and research. Assist in providing advice on planning briefs, development proposals and the plans and strategies of other agencies especially Local Development Documents and the development plans of adjacent authorities Contribute to coordination, liaison and engagement processes necessary to address spatial development and planning issues. Assist in the preparation of responses on behalf of the GLA to complex issues raised by the public and diverse agencies. Work with GLA group staff and external organizations including boroughs, partnerships, consultancies, academic and voluntary agencies to address the Mayor's planning and spatial development concerns. Assist in the representation of the Mayor's planning and development policies, concerns and objectives to examinations in public (including those into Local Development Documents), commissions and public inquiries. Realise the benefits of London's diversity by promoting and enabling equality of opportunities and promoting the diverse needs and aspirations of London's communities. Realise the benefits of a flexible approach to work and participate in multi-disciplinary, cross-department and cross-organisational groups and project teams. PERSON SPECIFICATION Technical requirements/experience/qualifications Grade 6
    • Substantial progress towards either a degree in planning or equivalent or post graduate qualification with eligibility for Royal Town Planning Institute membership.
    • Knowledge and understanding of national, regional and London strategic planning and development issues, legal processes, policy trends, and broad knowledge and understanding of local planning issues and processes and a knowledge of urban design and place making.
    • Evidence of an ability to investigate, analyse and present policy and urban design solutions for planning issues.
    • Excellent communication skills; and evidence of ability to prepare clear and concise reports, presentations and briefings, including an ability to illustrate ideas through mapping and graphics presentations.
    • Grade 7 Qualification in planning or related field with at least 1 year's post-qualification professional experience. Knowledge and broad understanding of national, regional and London strategic planning, policy and development issues and trends. Broad understanding and experience in either: strategy or policy production, local plan-making and supplementary planning documents, projects and development frameworks, development management and strategic planning application assessments. General understanding and experience of infrastructure planning, delivery and funding mechanisms, including S.106 agreements and community infrastructure levy (CIL).
      Behavioural Competencies Communicating and Influencing .is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us Level 2 indicators of effective performance
    • Communicates openly and inclusively with internal and external stakeholders
    • Clearly articulates the key points of an argument, both in verbal and written communication
    • Persuades others, using evidence based knowledge, modifying approach to deliver message effectively
    • Challenges the views of others in an open and constructive way
    • Presents a credible and positive image both internally and externally
    • Strategic Thinking .is using an understanding of the bigger picture to uncover potential challenges and opportunities for the long term and turning these into a compelling vision for action. Level 1 indicators of effective performance Understands how own and team's work contributes to the delivery of the GLA's objectives
      Uses understanding of different parts of the organisation to accomplish goals and objectives
      Understands what specific actions need to be taken to contribute to organisational objectives
      Shows consideration for wider organisational implications of personal work

      Managing and Developing Performance is setting high standards for oneself and others, guiding, motivating and developing them to achieve high performance and meet the GLA's objectives and statutory obligations. Level 1 indicators of effective performance
    • Keeps up to date with new processes and information in own role
    • Seeks opportunities to develop, taking responsibility for own personal development plan
    • Takes a methodical and consistent approach to completing work in line with personal objectives
    • Seeks clarity on objectives . click apply for full job details
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