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 projectsAdditional 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 roleInterested? The council is keen to arrange discussions with suitable candidates as soon as possible, with a June start. Please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat