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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in Northampton, are looking for an experienced Senior Development Management to join their team and play a crucial role in their resident services operations.   

Position: Senior Development Management Officer (Planning)
Rate: £50 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35)
Contract Duration: Temporary (3 Months) with Possible Extension  

Purpose:

• This role works across the functions of Planning Policy and Development Management and Enforcement. The postholder will fulfil allocated tasks and duties to meet the operational demands of the Planning Service.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Assisting senior colleagues and Managers in the Planning Service.
• Effectively lead on projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support policy development.
• Support the delivery of Council’s planning policy function, ensuring guidance is up to date by planning and participating in projects and work streams including researching and writing policy, consultation and engagement exercises and assisting in taking those projects and work streams through the milestones to external examination where necessary.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 1 year experience within a Senior Planning Officer role or equivalent.
• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification to allow access to Chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (or equivalent).
• Licentiate membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (or equivalent).
• Understanding of the English Planning System.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on      020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

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