Team Leader Local Plans

Civic Recruitment Limited; Loughborough; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a Planning Policy Specialist on a 3-month contract with a Local Authority in Loughborough. The role combines office and home-based work (1 day in the office, 4 days at home) and requires leadership of Local Development Framework policy development and related planning projects.

The successful candidate will advise on planning policies, manage complex projects, lead the Local Plans team, and represent the Council in public forums.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in planning policy, spatial planning, or development planning within a local authority or similar setting.
• Experience preparing, reviewing, and implementing Local Plans and planning policy documents.
• Experience managing complex projects within statutory planning frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, review, and implementation of the Council's Local Development Framework and associated policy documents.
• Manage significant and complex planning policy projects, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and service standards.
• Oversee the effective application of adopted development plan policies and supplementary planning guidance.
• Coordinate research, evidence gathering, and surveys to support policy development and statutory planning obligations.
• Respond to consultations and policy documents from government departments, regional bodies, neighboring authorities, and partner organisations.

Skills

Planning policy experience

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning or Geography

MRTPI membership or eligibility

Job description

Loughborough, United Kingdom | Posted on 27/10/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

1 in the office. 4 days at home. May need to come in for evening meetings etc

Hours: 37 hours per week

Summary

• This is a 3-month contract role with a Local Authority, offering a daily pay rate of £469.96 under an umbrella arrangement. The position requires one day in the office and four days working from home, with occasional evening meetings. The role involves leading the development, execution, and assessment of the Council's Local Development Framework and related planning policies. The successful candidate will provide expert advice on planning policies, manage complex projects, lead the Local Plans team, and represent the Council in various public forums.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, review, and implementation of the Council's Local Development Framework and associated policy documents.
• Manage significant and complex planning policy projects, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and service standards.
• Oversee the effective application of adopted development plan policies and supplementary planning guidance.
• Coordinate research, evidence gathering, and surveys to support policy development and statutory planning obligations.
• Respond to consultations and policy documents from government departments, regional bodies, neighboring authorities, and partner organizations.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in planning policy, spatial planning, or development planning within a local authority or similar setting.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing, reviewing, and implementing Local Plans and planning policy documents.
• Experience managing complex projects within statutory planning frameworks.
• A degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field.
• Chartered Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI) or eligibility for membership.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in planning policy and related areas.

Additional Information

• Location: Southfield Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 2TU, United Kingdom
• Working hours: 37 hours per week
• Payment is on a bi-weekly schedule.
• Application deadline: 30th October 2026.