Interim Head of Planning - South of England

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent local authority recruiter is seeking an experienced Head of Planning to lead services including Development Management and Planning Policy in the South of England. The role involves managing diverse teams and driving strategic improvements at a critical time for planning services. Ideal candidates will have senior local authority planning experience and RTPI membership.

Qualifications

• Experience managing Development Management, Planning Policy, and Enforcement.
• Ability to drive strategic improvements and oversee delivery of plans.
• Expertise in driving regeneration projects and climate initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning services for a progressive local authority.
• Manage multiple planning functions effectively.
• Shape a high-impact planning service.

Skills

Senior local authority planning experience

RTPI membership

Strong leadership skills

Stakeholder engagement skills

Proven record of service delivery and innovation

Job description

Job Title: Head of Planning - Local Authority
Location: South of England (Hybrid - 2 days in office)
Contract: 6 Months
Rate: Up to (Apply online only) per day - Outside IR35 considered
Start: ASAP
Interviews: Week commencing 04/08/2025

We're working with a progressive local authority in the South of England seeking an experienced Head of Planning to lead their planning services.

You'll manage Development Management, Planning Policy, and Enforcement, drive strategic improvements, and oversee delivery of the Local Plan, regeneration projects, and climate initiatives.

Key Requirements:

• Senior local authority planning experience

• RTPI membership

• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills

• Proven record of service delivery and innovation

This is a great opportunity to shape a high-impact planning service at a critical time.

Apply now or contact us for more information.

Give me a call on (phone number removed) or drop me an email if you are interested.

Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.