Our client, a respected Local Authority is looking for lead in their Planning team to provide strategic oversight and implement changes to make the Planning service the best it can be. The ideal candidate will be a highly experienced in leading and transforming a Planning Service within a local government or central government organisation.
Position: Head of Planning
Period: 3 months with possible extension
Location: London
Rate: £450 - £500 per day
IR35 Status: Inside
Duties for this Head of Planning will include:
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To lead on the strategic management of the Council’s Planning service with oversight of a team of up to 80 people including 6 direct reports
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Management of a budget of circa £3.6million per annum and high levels of major applications for property development
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Act as the lead advisor in technical matters surrounding development, growth planning, Section 106 and heritage sites to both internal senior members, external partners and stakeholders
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Ensure that service progress and strategy is in line with the local plan and wider departmental aims and strateg and take overall responsibility for the Planning Service and its development
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Form strong stakeholder relationships and ensure high quality communication to senior management through effective reporting
Desired Experience
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Proven track record in running and improving a Local Authority Planning Service through implementation of policy change and recruitment of specialists
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Expert knowledge of Council development policy including section 106, planning law and heritage sites
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Ability to manage a multidiscipline team effectively to get the best from them
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Relevant qualifications in related subjects, RPTI membership is desirable
Call Jason Woodhouse or Jim Green on 020 7557 7667 for more details on this Interim Head of Planning vacancy or email your CV to jwoodhouse@venngroup.com