Planning pathway

As a Strategic Planning and Infrastructure Graduate Officer you will take an active role in promoting our position on infrastructure and planning matters relevant to achieving sustainable ‘good’ growth across Kent, through the coordination of responses to:

  • local plans
  • neighbourhood plans
  • strategic planning applications
  • Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs).

As part of a team, you will contribute to a programme of work enabling infrastructure delivery and to support high quality economic and housing growth across Kent by providing a countywide, long-term picture of planned growth and infrastructure requirements.

Salary

You will receive a starting salary of £30,404 which will increase as you progress.

Training

As a graduate on our Graduate Programme, you’ll be fully supported every step of the way. From day one, you’ll have a dedicated support network who are committed to your personal and professional development. You’ll have access to structured training sessions and regular feedback to help you navigate challenges and celebrate successes. Our goal is to empower you to grow with confidence, thrive in your role, and build a strong foundation for a successful career.

Our Planning pathway includes an embedded Chartered Town Planner (degree) apprenticeship Level 7.

Apply

Applications will open on Monday 30 June 2025.

Recruitment timetable

StageDate
Applications open30 June 2025
Applications close25 July 2025
Shortlisting4 to 15 August 2025
Final stage interviews (Maidstone)1 September 2025
Start dateWeek commencing 29 September 2025