Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
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A forward-thinking and well-respected Local Authority in East Anglia is seeking an experienced Senior Development Management Planner to join their planning team on an initial 6-month temporary contract. This authority is known for its proactive approach to growth, regeneration, and sustainable development across both urban and rural settings.
Your new role
As a Senior Development Management Planner, you will play a key role in managing a varied caseload of complex and major planning applications. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality planning decisions, providing expert advice to stakeholders, and supporting the wider team in achieving performance targets.Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a caseload of minor and complex planning applications
- Preparing detailed officer reports and making recommendations
- Engaging with developers, stakeholders, and elected members
- Mentoring junior members of the team
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven experience working within a UK Local Authority planning team
- Strong background in Development Management at Senior Planner level
- Ability to handle complex applications independently
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills
- MRTPI qualification
What you'll get in return
- Competitive rate of £35 per hour+ (DOE)
- Fully Remote working arrangement
- Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team
- Exposure to a diverse and interesting project portfolio
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