Planning Policy Officer

About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Planning Policy Officer to join our Planning Policy Team.

North Somerset Council is at a key stage in the preparation of our new Local Plan having now submitted the plan for examination in May 2026. The new Local Plan will bring forward homes, jobs, community facilities and infrastructure to meet our needs while protecting a high-quality natural environment.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive, highly motivated planner to join the team to help take the plan through its examination to adoption under the current system and take a key role in future plan-making at a local and sub-regional level going forward under the new system.