Job DescriptionLocation: Stratford-on-Avon (Hybrid Working)Rate: NegotiableContract: 6 Months Temporary ContractStart Date: 7th September 2026Hours: 37 Hours per Week
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and support a team of planning professionals dealing with major planning applications.
- Provide leadership, guidance and technical expertise across complex planning matters.
- Review sign off and authorise planning reports.
- Support officers in progressing applications through the planning process and committee stages.
- Assist with expediting decision-making and improving application turnaround times.
- Present and attend Planning Committee meetings, held regularly on Wednesday evenings in Stratford-on-Avon.
- Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, elected members, developers and consultees.
- Undertake site visits across the district as required.
About You
To be considered for this role, you will possess: Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). Extensive experience managing major planning applications within a local authority environment. Proven experience leading and managing planning teams. Strong report writing and decision-making skills. Significant experience presenting applications and recommendations to Planning Committees. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership capabilities.
Desirable Experience
- Experience working within an authority without a five-year housing land supply.
- Background in managing planning challenges associated with significant development pressures.
- Experience driving service improvements and expediting planning processes.
Working Arrangements
Hybrid working available. Minimum office attendance of two days per week. Regular attendance at Planning Committee meetings and district-wide site visits required.
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