Strategic Planning Policy Lead - Hybrid

Carrington West; England; Hybrid; GBP 87,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the search for a Planning Policy Manager to join their Town Planning department on an initial 6-month contract.

The role provides strategic leadership for Strategic Planning and Strategic Transportation Services, guiding the council through the next stages of the local plan with a focus on delivery, collaboration and innovation. Eligibility for RTPI membership is desirable, with hybrid working arrangements offered.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or related discipline.
• Eligibility for RTPI membership.
• Experience leading Local Plan and planning teams.
• Hybrid working arrangements are considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the local plan and coordinate the planning team.
• Provide strategic leadership for Planning Policy, Strategic Planning and Strategic Transportation.
• Support council and senior leadership during consultation phases.
• Coordinate cross-border and design/planning initiatives.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Local Plan

Team leadership

Planning policy

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or related discipline

Job description

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the search for a Planning Policy Manager to join their Town Planning department on an initial 6-month contract.

The role provides strategic leadership for Strategic Planning and Strategic Transportation Services, guiding the council through the next stages of the local plan with a focus on delivery, collaboration and innovation. Eligibility for RTPI membership is desirable, with hybrid working arrangements offered.