Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the East of England in their search for a Development Management Team Leader. This will be offered on a 6-month initial contract (Extensions likely) on a largely remote basis. You will be expected to support the Development Management Manager in the running of the team. Responsibilities will include: ·Management of a team ·Application sign off ·Work allocation ·Other duties and responsibilities anticipated as part of the role which arise within the section or department. We are looking for a qualified Town Planner with recent experience in a similar position, ideally within a local authority setting although an equivalent candidate from the private sector would be considered. You should hold a RTPI accredited Planning Degree or equivalent Planning qualification and/or have experience in a similar position. Our client is looking for someone to start almost immediately. If you are interested in going forward for the role then please get in contact as soon as possible using the details provided below. Carrington West Pay Rate - £65per hour (DOE) Job Ref - 65852 Please call 02393 876014 for a confidential discussion on this role, or email the following: planning@carringtonwest.com cameron.dewit@carringtonwest.com Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.