Planning Strategy Manager (Local Plans Manager) Greater Manchester Area £65-80 p/h dependant on experience Initial 6-month contract with potential to extend. Job Ref – 67461 We are looking for an experienced Planning Policy specialist to provide additional management support to a busy Local Authority Planning Policy Team during a particularly intensive period of work. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting a high-performing and well-established team, helping to maintain delivery standards during a period of significant demand. You will need to be a supportive and hands-on manager who is comfortable rolling up your sleeves and providing practical support to the team. A strong background in Local Plan Examination is essential. You will need previous experience of either leading or coordinating a Local Plan Examination, including appearing at examination hearings and providing evidence to an Inspector. You will also need previous management experience, ideally with 2+ years of managing and supporting planning professionals. Role Specific · Hybrid working available (office attendance flexible depending on experience and circumstances) · 37 hours per week · Part-time options can be considered · Hourly rate is dependent on experience, so please · Local Authority experience essential · Local Plan Examination experience essential · Previous management experience required Carrington West Pay Rate – £Dependant on Experience Please call Alfie Jacobs on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email me or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) 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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