Housing Growth Planner — 3-Month Contract

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Larkhill

On-site

GBP 331,000 - 358,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced housing planning advisor on a 3-month contract to support local authority housing objectives in the Wyre Forest district, Kidderminster. The role involves expert input on planning applications and collaboration with developers, housing providers, and planning teams.

The position is onsite at Wyre Forest House, 7.4 hours per week (Wednesdays preferred), at £250/hour umbrella.

Qualifications

Experience in Housing, Strategic Housing, Housing Development, Affordable Housing, Planning, or Local Authority environment.
Familiarity with planning applications and development proposals.
Knowledge of affordable housing delivery and housing development processes.

Responsibilities

Provide expert housing advice and input on planning pre-application enquiries and planning applications.
Collaborate with planning colleagues to integrate housing considerations into development proposals effectively.
Serve as a liaison between the Council, developers, Registered Providers, planning agents, and other housing stakeholders.
Facilitate and support the delivery of housing developments across the district.
Promote affordable housing and housing-led regeneration projects.
Work with Registered Providers to develop and review Local Lettings Plans.
Offer guidance on housing needs, affordable housing delivery, and housing policy requirements.