Interim Planning Policy Team Leader – South East (Contract)
10‑12 month maternity cover | Rate negotiable | Hybrid working
Are you an experienced Planning Policy professional with a background in management?
A local authority in the South East is looking for an experienced Interim Planning Policy Team Leader to support the service during a maternity cover period of 10‑12 months.
This is a key leadership role within the Planning Policy team, with a strong focus on progressing work related to the Local Plan and managing a team of Policy Planners.
Key responsibilities
* Leading and managing a team of 5 Policy Planners
* Overseeing and progressing Local Plan work
* Supporting the wider Planning Policy function and strategic planning matters
* Providing leadership, guidance, and management support across the team
* Working closely with senior stakeholders and officers on policy‑related projects
Additional details
* 10‑12 month maternity cover contract
* Rate negotiable for the right candidate
* Hybrid working arrangement – ideally 2 days per week in the office, given the nature of the role
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