Career Grade Planning Policy Officer

Are you ready to shape the future of one of London’s most exciting growth areas?

We’re looking for a talented and motivated Planning Policy Officer to join our Strategic Planning team as we embark on a new Local Plan review.  This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference for our residents, communities, and local economy.

Why join Bexley?

• Be part of a friendly, ambitious, and supportive team where your ideas matter.
• Work at the heart of major projects – from infrastructure planning and sustainability to conservation and growth.
• Gain exposure to high-profile planning issues in both a London and national context.
• Develop your career with structured support, mentoring, and opportunities for progression.
• Enjoy the benefits of flexible working and a Council committed to your wellbeing.

As a key member of our Strategic Planning Division, you’ll:

• Help shape and deliver planning policies that guide Bexley’s future.
• Provide expert advice across the Council and to external partners.
• Lead and contribute to projects, including commissioning consultants.
• Support development management on planning applications, pre-applications and appeals.
• Work collaboratively with neighbouring authorities and stakeholders through the duty to cooperate.

This is your chance to play a central role in delivering the Council’s strategic priorities and ensure Bexley grows in a sustainable, inclusive way.

Please refer to the Job Description attached for more information.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Clare Loops, Planning Policy Manager on 020 3045 5766 or email [email protected] or John Luckhurst, Deputy Planning Policy Manager, on 020 3045 5726 or [email protected]. 

Candidate Profile

• Educated to degree level in Town Planning (or related discipline), with RTPI membership (or eligibility).
• Passionate about planning, with knowledge of London-wide and national planning matters.
• A clear communicator who thrives on collaboration and problem-solving.
• Ambitious to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.

A postgraduate qualification (MSc or similar) is desirable but not essential.

Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent which means it combines the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquillity of Kent. It's got award-winning parks, open spaces, and heritage sites. The borough has excellent transport connections, including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Bexley offers fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, and shopping areas. Our borough is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools, as well as further education institutions.

Our Offer to you

We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document attached.

Recruitment Information

As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on  [email protected]

This role may be available as a development opportunity through secondment for the Council’s existing employees.  The Council’s Secondment Scheme can be found here. If this option is of interest, please contact the recruiting manager.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.