Graduate Planning Policy Officer

Salary details: £ - £

We are looking for a confident, self-motivated individual to join the Planning Policy team and help take the Derbyshire Dales Local Plan forward. 

The Derbyshire Dales has a wealth of stunning landscapes, beautiful market towns, picturesque villages, flourishing communities, innovative businesses historic buildings, over 1325 are listed buildings; conservation areas; archaeological sites and monuments plus historic parks and gardens – ours is truly a special place to work and live. 

The ideal person must have good communication skills, be able to demonstrate initiative and solid application, as well as work under pressure. They may also have had some experience working either in a local planning authority planning department or in private practice. 

A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline is essential. 

Our Council has a clear goal: thriving communities in a thriving environment. Planning is at the heart of this goal. 

We have a strong ‘One Team, One Council’ culture.   

We can offer you the opportunity to develop your career within an excellent and family friendly authority, with the benefits of hybrid working, flexitime, personal development and CPD opportunities, free staff car parking at Matlock Town Hall, and a confidential counselling service. 

That’s possibly why 87% of our staff feel supported, 85% are satisfied with the District Council as an employer, and 88% know their role contributes to high quality services in the Derbyshire Dales (Staff Survey 2023). 

If you would like any further information please contact Mike Hase, Policy Manager, Town Hall, Matlock, 01629 761251 

If you encounter and problems applying online, please contact humanresources@derbyshiredales.gov.uk 

We do not accept CVs 

Candidates must possess the necessary ‘right to work in the UK’ authorisation. We are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa as we do not possess a visa sponsorship licence. 

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 8 September 2025

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.