Planning and Economic Development Manager

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

Job summary

A public sector organization based in Nuneaton is seeking a Forward Planning & Economic Development Manager to lead strategic planning and economic development initiatives. The candidate should have a relevant degree, RTPI membership, and experience within local authority planning. Responsibilities include overseeing development plans, engaging with communities, and advising on policy. This full-time temporary position offers £32 per hour Umbrella LTD inside IR35. Immediate start is available for the right candidate.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus for successful candidates

Qualifications

• Proven experience in forward planning and development plan preparation within a local authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of forward planning and economic strategy.
• Manage the preparation of the Local Development Framework.
• Engage with local communities and partner organisations.
• Advise elected members on planning policy and economic strategy.

Skills

Experience of economic development strategy

Knowledge of conservation and environmental planning

Ability to manage budgets

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 will include but not be limited to:

• 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.

Job Info

Job Title: Planning & Economic Development Manager

Company: Service Care Solutions

Location: Nuneaton, Warwickshire

Posted: Jan 14th 2026

Closes: Feb 14th 2026

Sector: Construction

Contract: Contract

Hours: Full Time