Head of Strategic Planning Policy
12-month Maternity Cover
Yorkshire
Remote working

Job Ref: 29451

We are closely woking with our Yorkshire-based client who are searching for the right candidate to join the team as Head of Strategic Planning Policy on a 12-month contract, until January 2023.

The council's draft Local Plan is currently in examination. It a high priory of the Council to progress the Plan through to adoption in 2022. You will take day to day management responsibility for progressing the Local Plan and the other planning policy matters relevant to the Council. Working collaboratively to achieve the strategic priorities, plans and objectives will be a key objective within the role.
As the head of the Policy team you will need to have the ability to engage and seek to convey your expertise in a way that is persuasive and positive for your team, your peers and key stakeholders.
The council are continuing to work remotely although important meetings may require presence in the area sporadically.
At this time, the council are just interested in attracting the best candidates for the role. The pay rate on offer will be guided by the candidate needs & demands and can be negotiated upon.
If you are interested in this position, please apply with a copy of your CV and call Ben Rose on (phone number removed). Alternatively, you can email (url removed)