Senior Policy Planner

• Tackle complex planning issues across Auckland
• Career defining opportunity to be part of the review of the Auckland Unitary Plan
• Hybrid role based in Auckland Central with flexible working and option to purchase an extra week of leave
• Salary range - $102,595 to $130,000 per annum plus KiwiSaver contribution 

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

The Regional, North, West and Islands unit works on shaping policy and planning outcomes across the North and west of Auckland including the Hauraki Gulf Islands.

As a Senior Policy Planner, you will:

• Provide high-quality planning advice to elected members, Mana Whenua, communities, and other internal and external stakeholders
• Work within and lead project teams implementing national direction, submitting on legislation, preparing council-initiated plan changes, and processing private plan changes and notices of requirement
• Evaluate and monitor the Auckland Unitary Plan

• Lead the development of spatial plans by partnering with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

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He kōrero mōu: About you

This role will require a strong focus on continuous improvement and the ability to deal with complex planning issues. With a passion for policy, statutory and spatial planning we are looking for a senior planner who has:

• A degree qualification or higher and a significant level of experience in planning and resource management
• A robust understanding of the Resource Management Act
• Statutory planning background and prior experience either preparing or reporting on plan changes or plan reviews
• Strong relationship building skills, mentoring experience, customer service, and political acumen.
• Understanding of procurement, financial and project management at a project level
• An appreciation of te ao Māori and experience with Auckland Council’s responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Auckland Council provides a flexible working environment together with a competitive remuneration package.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.7 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally, and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a world-class city for our ratepayers and residents.

We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE

Help us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau.

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close on Sunday 7 December 2025 at 11:59pm 

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Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.