Organisation: Greater London Authority
Job title: Senior Strategic Planner London Plan & Strategic Planning)
Salary: £52,305 - £57,738 per annum
Grade: Career Grade 8/9
Contract type: Permanent
Reference: 5873
Team: London Plan & Strategic Planning
Directorate: Good Growth
Contract details: Permanent
Interview date: week commencing 14/12/2026
Location: Union Street
Application closing date: Sun 29/11/2026 at 23:59
Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor’s environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work.
The London Plan and Strategic Planning Team sit within the wider Planning and Regeneration Unit. Our work involves developing and implementing the London Plan to set the strategic planning framework for good growth across London – delivering housing and sustainable economic growth alongside meeting ambitious climate commitments and improving London’s environment and green spaces. We’re a friendly and inclusive team of innovators and experts who think long-term and big picture, without taking our eye off the detail.
Our team is organised into five small sub-teams. Four of the sub-teams cover thematic policy areas (housing, economy, design/environment, spatial strategy/infrastructure) and one leads on Local Plan conformity and liaison with authorities outside London. We work collaboratively both within our team and others across the organisation to pool ideas and expertise.
As a Senior/Strategic Planner in the Local Plans sub-team you will lead on implementing the London Plan by working closely with London boroughs to ensure that Local Plans are in general conformity with the London Plan. The role also supports the Mayor’s own plan-making through engaging with the new strategic authorities being established around London.
This is an exciting time to join the Local Plans team. Consultation on the draft new London Plan has just completed. Combined with significant changes to the local plan-making system, national policy and strategic planning, there is a unique opportunity to contribute to shaping new approaches and working collaboratively on the issues affecting development in London.
To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:
… is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals.
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...is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us
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… is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard.
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...is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions
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… is being flexible and adapting positively, to sustain performance when the situation changes, workload increases, tensions rise or priorities shift.
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The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA Competency Framework
If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:
Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.
Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)
As part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.
We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Karen Montgomerie would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at karen.montgomerie@london.gov.uk
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk who support the GLA with recruitment.
Is this role eligible for sponsorship?
This role DOES NOT meet the criteria for sponsorship for external candidates. It may meet the criteria for sponsorship for some internal candidates, in limited circumstances. Please contact the hiring manager if you wish to discuss this further.
Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.
If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment.
The interview/assessment date is: Interviews will be held in-person during the week commencing 14 December 2026 at either Union Street or Palestra Building.
London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.
Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.
GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.
In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.
Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening.
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If you do meet the criteria listed above, you will need to complete the Approval for secondment application form and gain line manager approval, before emailing the fully completed form to the Resourcing Assistant who is managing the vacancy. This form must be received by the closing date of the vacancy. Failure to provide this form will mean your application cannot be progressed.
If you are unable to satisfy all of the criteria, unfortunately, you are not eligible to apply for this vacancy as an internal secondment. For further information, please see Secondment Policy and Procedure.
IMPORTANT: If you are a current GLA employee on a fixed-term contract, which is due to end BEFORE the end date of this vacancy, you DO NOT NEED to complete the Approval for secondment application form as it is not a secondment.
If you are successful in securing this secondment opportunity, you will need to be released from your existing role, so please ensure that you make your line manager aware of your application
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