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Salary: £42,855 per annum inclusive of all allowances
Contractual Hours: 35 hours per week
Basis: Full-Time, Permanent
Workplace category: Hybrid
Attachments: Job Information Pack

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Central London Forward (CLF) is seeking a Policy Officer to lead our work on Housing, Planning and Infrastructure.

Working as part of our Policy Team, this role will lead Central London Forward’s work on planning, housing and infrastructure, building on the previous work we have undertaken to influence the regional and national debates in these areas. This is an exciting time for planning and infrastructure policy across London, and this role will lead Central London’s work to deliver on those agendas.

The Policy Officer will work in partnership with Members and Officers at central our 12 member authorities, including coordinating officer groups and managing cross-borough partnership projects. The Policy Officer will also work with other stakeholders, from the GLA and London Councils to employer organisations.

You will need a good knowledge of both the role of local authorities in London, and of the policy-making process. A good understanding of planning and infrastructure policy is essential. Additionally, experience of quantitative research would be desirable. You will need exceptional stakeholder management skills, and the ability to communicate effectively – both in person and in writing. You will have an open, enthusiastic, and collaborative approach and a willingness to take on new challenges. You will bring a passion for local government and for London, as well as a desire to make a difference.

We offer flexible working, and excellent opportunities for development. We welcome applications from candidates who reflect London’s diversity.

Closing Date: 23:59pm on Sunday 24th May 2026

Interviews: Thursday 4th June

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To apply online please click the Apply online button below.

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OOIG1239 if you experience any difficulties. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.

Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs.

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We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.