We are looking to recruit an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our Planning Policy Team as a Planning Policy Assistant, on a permanent, full-time basis, based at our Aberaeron office. Due to Covid-19, we continue to follow Welsh Government guidelines and as a result, this post would initially be home working.
Ideally, we’re looking for a qualified planner with at least 2 years’ experience in planning, who is looking to further their career in the planning policy field, however, consideration will be given to applicants working within the built environment sector with relevant experience/qualifications.
The post offers a range of diverse professional challenges but also the ability to influence the future shape of communities across the county. Being an integral part of our ambition of developing and improving the quality of life and opportunities for residents, the corporate importance of the service is recognised. We will expect you to be creative, innovative and able to find solutions.
On a day to day basis you will:
We are looking to recruit an individual:
The post requires a degree of fluency in the Welsh language. Please note that a successful applicant without the required Welsh language skill will be fully supported to reach the required standard within two years of appointment.
In exchange for your skills and commitment, we will offer you a range of employee benefits including flexible hours scheme, competitive annual leave allowance and a generous pension contribution scheme. More information about our wide-range of employee benefits can be found here. In addition, we are committed to developing our people and will not only provide support to enable you to quickly and confidently take ownership of this role’s key areas of responsibility but in addition, we are committed to supporting your development in order that you can progress your career with us.
Job Description and Person Specification
Should you wish require any further information about this role, please contact Sarah Groves-Phillips (Planning Policy Manager) at sarah.groves-phillips@ceredigion.gov.uk
Note: We reserve the right to amend the application closing date.