Planning and Economic Development Manager

Service Care Solutions; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector client in North Warwickshire seeks a Forward Planning & Economic Development Manager to oversee planning strategies and community engagement. This full-time position requires a relevant degree and RTPI membership, along with experience in local authorities. The role involves managing planning frameworks, leading economic strategies, and collaborating with local stakeholders. The position offers £32 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. £25 per hour PAYE).

Benefits

Referral bonus of £250

Engagement with local communities and businesses

Qualifications

• Proven experience in forward planning and development plan preparation.
• Experience within a local authority setting.
• Understanding of economic development strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage forward planning and economic strategy.
• Oversee conservation and environmental initiatives.
• Engage with local communities and businesses.

Skills

Leadership in planning

Community engagement

Conservation initiatives

Education

Relevant degree in planning or urban development

Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)

Job description

A client within the Public Sector based in North Warwickshire is currently recruiting for a Forward Planning & Economic Development Manager to join their Forward Planning team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority in a planning and economic development environment.

The Role

The key purpose of this role is to lead and manage all aspects of forward planning and economic strategy, including plan preparation, policy input, conservation initiatives, and community engagement. You will oversee the Heritage & Conservation team and contribute to the strategic direction of the Division, supporting the Corporate Director of Place as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and leading the preparation of the Local Development Framework, including development plan documents and supplementary planning documents.
• Leading the development and implementation of the Council's economic strategy.
• Overseeing conservation and environmental initiatives within the borough.
• Engaging with local communities, businesses, and partner organisations to ensure consultation and collaboration are integral to planning and economic strategy.
• Advising elected members and providing professional input on planning policy, economic strategy, and development proposals.

The Candidate

To be considered for this role you will require:

• A relevant degree in planning, urban development, or a related field.
• Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
• Proven experience in forward planning and development plan preparation within a local authority.

The below skills would be beneficial for the role:

• Experience of economic development strategy and initiatives.
• Knowledge of conservation, heritage, and environmental planning.
• Ability to manage budgets and lead a team effectively.

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £32 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. £25 per hour PAYE).

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to (url removed) or call Amelia at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed) to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Even if this role is not suitable, we welcome applications for other construction and public sector-related opportunities across the region.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself but you know someone who may be interested, please forward their details. If they are successful in applying and complete an initial probationary period, you will receive a £250 referral bonus.