Area Planning Manager

Area Planning Manager
Hybrid working available
£(Apply online only) per day - DOE
6 Month Initial contract
37 hours per week
Job Ref - 69218
 
Lead and shape a high-performing Development Management Service within a leading Midlands Local Authority. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced senior planning professional to manage an area-based planning team, oversee complex applications and support the delivery of strategic service objectives.
 
Key responsibilities:
· Manage and lead a professional Development Management team, providing guidance, mentoring and support
· Oversee planning applications, including large and complex proposals
· Lead the management and presentation of applications to planning committees
· Provide strategic planning advice to Members, senior officers, applicants and key stakeholders
· Deputise for the Planning and Development Services Manager when required
· Manage performance, resources and workloads to ensure an effective planning service
· Prepare committee reports and represent the Council at hearings, inquiries and other meetings
· Support strategic development projects and drive continuous service improvement
 
Requirements:
· Significant Local Authority planning experience at a senior management level
· Strong knowledge of Development Management, planning legislation and regulatory processes
· Experience leading and developing professional planning teams
· Experience managing complex planning applications and presenting to committees
· Confidence representing a Council at appeals, hearings or public inquiries
· Ability to build strong relationships with Members, developers and key stakeholders
 
Please call Jake Herrington on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email:
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Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supplies clients UK-wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role isn't quite right, please get in touch to discuss other opportunities
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