Interim Planning Policy Team Leader

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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