Planning Strategy and Policy Manager

Planning Strategy and Policy ManagerLocation: BreconSalary: GRADE 13 £50,269 - £54,495 (including a market supplement)Vacancy Type: PermanentHours: 37 hours per weekClosing Date: 11 August 2026Interview Date: 24 August 2026Job Purpose:Lead and deliver the statutory planning policy functions of the Authority, including the preparation, examination and adoption of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Local Development Plan, and its monitoring and review.Provide advice on and support the preparation of other planning strategy and policy including supplementary planning guidance, place plans, strategic development plans and local development plan lites.Lead and manage the Planning Strategy and Policy Team ensuring efficient, cost effective service delivery and continuous improvement.Main ResponsibilitiesOversee the preparation, examination, adoption and monitoring of the National Park Local Development Plan.Oversee and support matters related to planning ecology and related work areas such as SAC river catchment partnerships.Provide planning policy advice on planning and related applications, enforcement cases and appeals.Manage and input into other planning policy work relevant to the Authority including the preparation of strategic development plans, Supplementary Planning Guidance,Place Plans, development briefs and studies.Provide specialist advice and support to senior officers and Members on planning strategy, policy and related issues ensuring the National Park Authority ..... full job details .....