Overview Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the Midlands in the search for an experienced Head of Planning to join the department on an initial 6 month contract. Responsibilities Lead on service transformation projects to reduce service demands and align with Government Planning reforms. Provide leadership and day-to-day management for teams involved in Planning Development Management, Planning Policy, and Enforcement. Provide strategic leadership support. Review department resources. Provide strong communication both internally and externally, supporting members, neighbouring authorities and effective collaboration. Qualifications Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI), or equivalent experience, and a strong public sector background in Planning services. Post graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and eligibility for membership of RTPI. Benefits Pay Rate - £competitive (Negotiable depending on experience) Application Job Ref - 61591 Please call Cameron de Wit on for a confidential discussion on this role, or email our planning team if you are short of time to chat: 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.
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
Overview Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the Midlands in the search for an experienced Head of Planning to join the department on an initial 6 month contract. Responsibilities Lead on service transformation projects to reduce service demands and align with Government Planning reforms. Provide leadership and day-to-day management for teams involved in Planning Development Management, Planning Policy, and Enforcement. Provide strategic leadership support. Review department resources. Provide strong communication both internally and externally, supporting members, neighbouring authorities and effective collaboration. Qualifications Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI), or equivalent experience, and a strong public sector background in Planning services. Post graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and eligibility for membership of RTPI. Benefits Pay Rate - £competitive (Negotiable depending on experience) Application Job Ref - 61591 Please call Cameron de Wit on for a confidential discussion on this role, or email our planning team if you are short of time to chat: 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.
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Portsmouth, Hampshire
Overview Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the Midlands in the search for an experienced Head of Planning to join the department on an initial 6 month contract. Responsibilities Lead on service transformation projects to reduce service demands and align with Government Planning reforms. Provide leadership and day-to-day management for teams involved in Planning Development Management, Planning Policy, and Enforcement. Provide strategic leadership support. Review department resources. Provide strong communication both internally and externally, supporting members, neighbouring authorities and effective collaboration. Qualifications Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI), or equivalent experience, and a strong public sector background in Planning services. Post graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and eligibility for membership of RTPI. Benefits Pay Rate - £competitive (Negotiable depending on experience) Application Job Ref - 61591 Please call Cameron de Wit on for a confidential discussion on this role, or email our planning team if you are short of time to chat: 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.
Oct 17, 2025
Full time
Overview Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the Midlands in the search for an experienced Head of Planning to join the department on an initial 6 month contract. Responsibilities Lead on service transformation projects to reduce service demands and align with Government Planning reforms. Provide leadership and day-to-day management for teams involved in Planning Development Management, Planning Policy, and Enforcement. Provide strategic leadership support. Review department resources. Provide strong communication both internally and externally, supporting members, neighbouring authorities and effective collaboration. Qualifications Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI), or equivalent experience, and a strong public sector background in Planning services. Post graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and eligibility for membership of RTPI. Benefits Pay Rate - £competitive (Negotiable depending on experience) Application Job Ref - 61591 Please call Cameron de Wit on for a confidential discussion on this role, or email our planning team if you are short of time to chat: 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.
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