The role
The Role
There are opportunities for 2 graduate planning roles in Planning Policy and the Design, Conservation and Transport Team in the Planning and Growth Division. The Policy graduates write policy, research, monitoring, partnership working and working with consultants as well as working on the Local Plan. Design graduates work on design policies, planning applications, listed building consents, conservation area appraisals and the local list.
Suitable candidates should be able to demonstrate knowledge of planning policy/design considerations particularly an understanding of strategic planning issues, how to interpret them simply and translate complex issues into development management policies. The positions require candidates who are keen to suggest ideas for improvements and change. This is part of a graduate programme where there are training and opportunities to gain experience throughout all of the Planning Division working towards RTPI accreditation.
About Southwark
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
About you
The roles will be challenging, requiring candidates to be enthusiastic and passionate about learning and contributing to the wide variety of work undertaken by the division. The post offers exciting development opportunities and post holders will be supported to attain RTPI membership. You will require a design or transport qualification. Additional information: These posts are full time, permanent posts.
Benefits
https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/
Recruitment timetable
Application Closing Date: 22nd July 2023
Intervieww & Assessment Date: Week commencing 31st July 2023
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
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