Interim Assistant Director - Planning

Location: North East England
Rate: £1000 - £1200 per day
Contract: 6 months minimum

Spencer Clarke Group are supporting a large Local Authority in the North East who are recruiting an Interim Assistant Director to lead a significant Planning service area. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for delivery across development management priorities, service performance, improvement and strong stakeholder leadership.

Responsibilities include

• Leading a major service area with significant budgets and cross-council responsibilities
• Driving innovation, service improvement and value for money
• Leading and developing teams, setting high standards and addressing underperformance
• Building and maintaining strong partnerships and networks locally, regionally and nationally
• Providing clear professional advice in a political environment, including in public forums

About you

• Proven senior leadership experience in a complex service environment
• Strong development management background aligned to regeneration and growth ambitions
• Strong budget, performance and people management track record
• Confident operating in a political environment with excellent communication skills
• Established networks you can use to support service delivery
• RTPI membership is required

How to Apply
Send your CV or get in touch with Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on or