Planning Policy Lead


Company:	Ribble Valley Borough Council
Salary:	£47,665 to £50,908 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Clitheroe, BB7 2RA
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	8 Oct 2026
Closing date:	7 Nov 2026

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Summary

Are you an experienced planning professional with a passion for place-making and strategic planning? Do you want to play a leading role in shaping sustainable growth and delivering positive outcomes for communities?

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Planning Policy professional to lead the preparation, examination, adoption, monitoring and review of the Council's Local Plan and associated planning policy documents.

Reporting to the Head of Strategic Planning and Housing, you will take a leading role in driving the Council's plan-making function and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislative and policy requirements.

You will manage complex planning policy projects, oversee consultation programmes, prepare and present evidence at Local Plan examinations, and provide expert advice to Members, senior officers and external stakeholders.

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