Planning Policy Officer

Planning Policy Officer

Role Number: DP407

Grade G: £32,597 - £36,363 per annum (pay award pending)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

Why join us?

Working for Cannock Chase District and Stafford Borough Councils gives you the opportunity to
make a real difference while enjoying excellent terms and benefits, including:

• Flexitime scheme to support work–life balance
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• 26 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free car parking
• Casual Car User Allowance
• Payment of one professional fee per year

About the role

We are seeking a Planning Policy Officer to join our established and supportive Planning Policy Team within the Planning Service, working across Cannock Chase District.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Royal Town Planning Institute West Midlands Planning Authority of the Year 2026 and to play a key role in the ongoing development of our service, supporting managers and leaders across the local authority.

You’ll be at the heart of a varied and rewarding workload, helping to deliver high‑quality services to our communities. You will be contributing to an ambitious agenda as we support both councils through the evolving local government landscape.

About you

You will be:

• Eligible to work towards attaining a recognised Town Planning qualification and membership of RTPI.
• Familiar with plan-making processes and planning legislation.
• Collaborative, professional and committed to delivering high‑quality services.

Further details are available in the supporting documentation.

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your development supported, and your work will have a meaningful impact across two ambitious local authorities, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your career with us.

How to apply

Apply online at: https://staffordandcannockjobs.engageats.co.uk

If you require alternative ways of applying or need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us on 01543 462621 or email us quoting the role number at:

✉ recruitment@cannockchasedc.gov.uk

Closing date: Friday 28th August 2026
Interviews: Friday 11th September 2026

Cannock Chase District and Stafford Borough Councils are Equal Opportunities Employers